Although the NBA playoffs, soon to enter the fierce battle, but the alliance plans to expand overseas apparently has not been shelved. According to the organizer in Europe, NBA League Los Angeles Lakers, New York Knicks and the Minnesota Timberwolves in October this year, three teams will be the time to visit Europe, and in a preseason game against top European basketball team.
After several years of hard work abroad, NBA Europe game has attracted a large audience fixed, the audience and the many partners, it is clear to David Stern tasted the sweetness.
"NBA game with NBA teams in Europe co-operation lasted five years, to expand our market outside the United States is a good opportunity." Stern said, "I hope our cooperation can make basketball the sport more prevalent in Europe. Of course, I also hope that more cities, fans can watch the game close to the scene,and witness the charm of NBA and European basketball. "
It is reported that the Lakers, Knicks and the Timberwolves will be in October this year went to Europe to play NBA preseason games, EA Sports will continue to be responsible will be broadcast live, while following in London, Paris and Barcelona, the Milan, Italy, the heart of this city NBA preseason will be the new focus.
The selection of these teams and the city, Stern obviously has ulterior motives to this. Lakers center Gasol was born in Barcelona, while the Knicks forward Daniero Jialinali is Italian national idol, so to play them back to their homeland, apparently driving the atmosphere and promote the NBA brand can play to better results.
"I like the players back to their home, so home fans to enjoy their play. Gasol known in Spain, especially in the Catalan region. Therefore, I think this is a very great idea." Stern said. "Of course, I will continue to do so, NBA in the next time all over Europe. Please do not ask me more details, I made these statements, they will go to fulfill it."
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