As NBA training camps get underway across the league, the focus is not only on the 30 teams preparing for the new season but also on the ongoing question of expansion.
The possibility of adding a 31st and 32nd franchise has remained one of the league’s most closely watched business topics. Las Vegas and Seattle continue to be central to the broader conversation, with both markets frequently linked to potential expansion discussions.
Expansion Remains a Major League Topic
The NBA has not added a new franchise since the Charlotte Bobcats, now the Hornets, entered the league in 2004. Any future expansion would mark a significant shift in the league’s structure and competitive landscape.
For now, the league continues to operate with 30 teams as the 2026-27 season approaches. While interest in expansion remains high, no new franchise has been formally added, and the timeline for any potential move remains unresolved.
As teams begin preparations for the season, expansion will remain a major off-court storyline, particularly for cities hoping to secure a place in the NBA’s next phase of growth.