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Board of Governors approves 3-2-1 draft lottery and anti-tanking measures
The NBA Board of Governors voted to adopt a new “3-2-1 Lottery” for the draft and expanded disciplinary authority aimed at discouraging tanking for at least the next three seasons. The change flattens top odds, expands the lottery to 16 teams, and implements a “draft relegation” penalty that reduces odds for the three worst teams in the standings.
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Adam Silver confirms NBA is negotiating with EuroLeague as NBA Europe targets 2027 launch
Commissioner Adam Silver said the league is in active talks with EuroLeague Basketball about a potential partnership and reiterated NBA Europe is still targeted to begin play in fall 2027. Silver said cooperation with the EuroLeague is preferred but the NBA plans to move forward with a European competition even if no deal is completed, underlining major international expansion planning that could affect global scheduling, rights and player movement.
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NBA narrows expansion push toward Las Vegas with decision target by end of 2026
Commissioner Adam Silver told reporters at the Board of Governors meeting that Las Vegas has emerged as the more active expansion prospect this week, with the league focusing on a potential modern arena and an accelerated timeline. The NBA reaffirmed its goal to reach an expansion decision by the end of 2026, signaling material progress in vetting bidders and market plans for a new franchise.
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Following the Board of Governors meeting Silver said Las Vegas has generated more active discussion than Seattle and that next-round bids will come soon. He reiterated the league hopes to make an expansion decision by the end of 2026, with T‑Mobile Arena and potential new-arena plans both discussed as options.
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Dallas Mavericks announce head coach Dusty May’s NBA staff, Willie Green to serve as lead assistant
The Mavericks formally announced Dusty May’s first NBA coaching staff; former Pelicans head coach Willie Green will be the lead assistant. The staff blends NBA head-coaching experience with May’s college staff, signaling organizational continuity for the new head coach as he transitions to the NBA level.
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Board of Governors chairmanship changes: Micky Arison named new chair
The NBA Board of Governors elected Miami Heat owner Micky Arison as the new chairman, succeeding Toronto’s Larry Tanenbaum after nine years in the role. The change in chairmanship shifts the league’s governance leadership ahead of expansion and strategic initiatives.
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Kawhi Leonard trade to Toronto completed after NBA probe pause
The Toronto Raptors finalized a blockbuster trade to acquire Kawhi Leonard from the Los Angeles Clippers after previously placing the deal on hold during the NBA’s yearlong investigation into the Clippers. The move sends Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, multiple future first-round picks, a pick swap and two second-rounders to Los Angeles; it reshapes Toronto’s title outlook and reduces assets for the Clippers. This follows league discipline that fined the Clippers and suspended owner Steve Ballmer.
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NBA posts live offseason tracker as 2026 free agency is underway
The NBA updated its league page listing every reported and official 2026 offseason deal, extension and trade as the free-agency period is live, providing a centralized, league-backed record of signings and roster moves around the league. The tracker is the official reference for confirmed transactions during the 2026 offseason.
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Silver defends current salary‑cap aprons as league’s best system amid debate
At the press availability, Silver defended the second‑apron structure in the current CBA as effective for parity and compared the desired competitive balance to the NFL. He acknowledged critiques from players and others but said the system has produced strong competition across teams.
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Clippers accept NBA penalties, Ballmer apologizes and pays $30M fine
Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer reversed course and agreed to comply with the NBA’s sanctions after an outside investigation found cap-circumvention violations tied to Kawhi Leonard. The Clippers have paid the $30 million fine; Ballmer issued a public apology and the team will accept the league’s suspensions and loss of draft picks, ending its initial vow to fight the punishment.
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NBA and Nike unveil Standard Issue collection; two drops set for Sept.15 and Oct.12
The NBA and Nike introduced a new leaguewide Standard Issue apparel collection — a standardized on- and off-court uniform line for all 30 teams — with the collection launching in two drops on Sept. 15 and Oct. 12; Nike also revealed a later Specter Edition for eight franchises. The rollout affects leaguewide player and fan apparel availability and merchandising.
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