General
Will the NBA formally announce expansion to both Las Vegas and Seattle before the end of 2026?
A sports prediction on the confirmation of two new franchises by the National Basketball Association.
92 total votes
Analysis
NBA Expansion: Two New Teams by 2026?
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has repeatedly acknowledged expansion is inevitable, and Seattle and Las Vegas are widely considered the only serious candidates. This prediction asks if the league will formally announce the creation/relocation of two new teams to these cities before the end of 2026.
Commercial and Logistics
The strong 'Yes' vote reflects the league's commercial readiness. A new media rights deal is being finalized in late 2025, and expansion fees (estimated at over $3 billion per team) would be highly valuable to owners. With Las Vegas successfully hosting the WNBA and Seattle's new arena (Climate Pledge Arena) operational, the logistical hurdles are cleared. The timing aligns perfectly with leveraging the new revenue stream.