Bundesliga boss: Many things still unclear ahead of NBA Europe launch

One and a half years before the launch of the planned NBA Europe league, many things are still unclear, according to the managing director of the basketball Bundesliga.

"There are still many questions and the NBA is called upon to answer them," Stefan Holz told dpa.

"We also need to work with the other European leagues to develop a common position, formulate questions, and take a stance," he added.

The NBA and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) need to "do more" in this regard, demanded the Bundesliga boss. "At the moment, there are still more questions than answers."

The NBA plans to start an European league in October 2027. Details about participants, format and financial aspects are expected to be clarified by the end of March.

Europe already has a successful EuroLeague competition but the NBA wants a piece of the action.

In Germany, top teams Alba Berlin and Bayern Munich are the strongest candidates to join NBA Europe.