The NBA plans to establish NBA Europe as a significant addition to European and FIBA basketball, aiming to allow fans to connect with new teams and players, thereby enhancing the global appeal of the sport. Gary Washburn of the Boston Globe reports that the league has already made strides with an international league in Africa and intends to invest resources not only in the new basketball league but also in developing upcoming players, coaches, and officials.
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A potential challenge arises regarding whether revenue generated from the league would be shared with NBA players as part of their collective bargaining agreement (CBA). These issues are expected to be addressed in due course. Currently, the NBA is focused on expanding its influence in Europe, reportedly equipped with the necessary resources and opportunities to achieve this goal.