Greek-Nigerian NBA star and two-time MVP
The Knicks will host the 76ers on Oct. 20 to raise their 2023-24 championship banner, then begin the NBA Cup schedule with a group-stage game against Philadelphia in New York. The league has released a partial schedule, with key Christmas and opening-night matchups revealed and full details due Thursday.
LeBron James has teased a collaboration with Polymarket, with a 14-second video showing the NBA star at Polymarket HQ. CNBC reports the partnership focuses on football, with more details expected next week. The deal marks James’ latest step into prediction markets, joining a cadre of athletes and leagues expanding in this space.
EuroLeague shareholder clubs have rejected the NBA’s proposal for a single European league in a meeting in Cernobbio, with plans to convert licenses into franchises and to increase the number of franchises. The discussions come as the NBA eyes a 2027 European launch and large entry fees are reported.
The NBA has expanded its partnerships to include Kalshi and Polymarket for official prediction markets, while maintaining safeguards on market types and integrity. A memorandum with the CFTC underpins the framework, with additional restrictions on league personnel trading and on certain event contracts.