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NBA forms new Africa entity, partners with strategic investors

Last updated : May 25, 2021 18:05
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May 25, 2021 17:05

JOHANNESBURG: The National Basketball Association (NBA) Monday announced the formation of NBA Africa, a new entity that will conduct the league’s business in Africa, including the Basketball Africa League (BAL) – a partnership between the NBA and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) and the NBA’s first collaboration to operate a league outside of North America.  

The inaugural BAL season, featuring 12 of the top club teams from 12 African countries, is underway in Kigali, Rwanda, and the first BAL Finals will be held Sunday, May 30 at 4:00 p.m. CAT / 10 a.m. ET.

Mar 30, 2021 17:03
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Basketball Africa League to tip off inaugural season in May
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