The NBA and Abu Dhabi's department of culture and tourism have extended their partnership, with the league agreeing to continue bringing preseason games to the Middle East.
LONDON AND ABU DHABI, Jan. 22, 2026 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) today announced an extension of their existing collaboration that will feature preseason NBA Global Games, expanded marketing activities, and the launch of an NBA Global Academy in the UAE capital. The long-term extension will also bring additional youth […] The post NBA and Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi Announce Long-Term Renewa...
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The NBA and Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism announced an extension of their partnership Thursday, with the league agreeing to continue bringing preseason games to the Middle East and the sides completing talks to launch a new global academy in the United Arab Emirates' capital for top boys players. The extension also comes at a time where the NBA and FIBA are working toward launching a new league in Europe, possibly as early as next year.
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