Las Vegas/Seattle NBA price tag
September 17, 2026
Price tag of NBA Las Vegas & Seattle expansion teams revealed by insider
The NBA is advancing plans to expand the league to 32 teams, with conversations progressing rapidly around potential new franchises. Proposals for a team in Las Vegas could reach or exceed $10 billion, while a prospective team in Seattle is expected to draw bids in the $7 billion range. Final offers are anticipated over the coming months, which will help clarify the timeline before a official vote is held.
Basket News
NHL teams rush to sign players to eight-year contracts before the new CBA deadline
NHL teams are rushing to sign players to eight-year contract extensions before a new collective bargaining agreement takes effect, which will reduce maximum deal lengths to seven years for re-signings and six years in free agency. Recent notable extensions ahead of the deadline include the Washington Capitals signing Ryan Leonard to an $84 million deal and the Ottawa Senators securing Drake Batherson with an $86 million contract. Additionally, clubs like New Jersey and Carolina are finalizing last-minute extensions to circumvent incoming rules that cap signing bonuses at 60% of total contract value.
AP News
Euroleague expecting an offer from the NBA
The EuroLeague is expecting a formal proposal from the NBA regarding the potential purchase of a controlling stake in the European basketball organization. If an offer is presented, EuroLeague team owners plan to officially evaluate and discuss the buyout during their scheduled meeting on October 5. This potential acquisition follows recent reports from Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport highlighting the NBA's growing interest in acquiring a majority share of the league.
Yahoo Sports
Giants-Cowboys delivers 25.7 million viewers
The Week 1 Sunday night matchup between the Giants and Cowboys averaged 25.7 million viewers across NBC and Peacock, with viewership peaking at 29.0 million during the second quarter. This marked a four-percent increase over the previous year's Week 1 Sunday night game and stood as the most-watched Sunday night opener since the two teams last met in 2015. Paired with the Wednesday night season opener between the Patriots and Seahawks, 2026 became the first year since 2015 to have both opening-week marquee games draw over 25 million viewers.
NBC Sports
Emmys in Talks to Move to Amazon Prime Video Under New Licensing Arrangement, as the Broadcast Wheel Deal Ends (EXCLUSIVE)
The Television Academy is in advanced negotiations to move the annual Emmy Awards telecast exclusively to Amazon Prime Video, which would mark the first time the ceremony leaves broadcast television since its debut in 1949. This potential deal brings an end to the 31-year "wheel deal" tradition that annually rotated broadcast rights among ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC following the expiration of the previous eight-year agreement. Settle on a single streaming partner reflects a broader industry shift toward digital platforms while providing the platform with a stronger incentive to market and promote the event each year.
Variety
NBA Las Vegas Expansion: Adam Silver talks Sphere inspired arena
The NBA is evaluating multiple venue concepts for a potential expansion franchise in Las Vegas, including significant renovations to T-Mobile Arena and newly proposed Sphere-inspired entertainment complexes. League officials are weighing options across active bidding groups following discussions at the Board of Governors meetings in New York. Next-round proposals are expected to be submitted shortly, with the league aiming to narrow down viable site locations before making formal decisions near the end of the year.
Fox 5
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Announces Leadership Structure for Next Phase of Growth
Monumental Sports & Entertainment has announced a major leadership restructuring to support its next phase of enterprise growth and integrate its sports, media, and venue operations. As part of these changes, Zach Leonsis has been promoted to President and Vice Chairman to oversee financial operations, venues, technology, and media businesses while Founder Ted Leonsis remains controlling owner and CEO. Additionally, Grant Hastings has been named Chief Financial Officer to succeed Steve Miller, and Jordan Silberman's role as President of Venues has expanded to oversee all infrastructure and technology.
Monumental Sports
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Senate votes to advance bill to regulate college sports, athlete compensation
The Senate voted 74-24 to advance the Protect College Sports Act, bipartisan legislation designed to establish national regulations for college athlete compensation, eligibility, and transfer rules. The bill protects the NCAA from antitrust lawsuits, caps revenue sharing and agent fees, and secures long-term athlete benefits such as 10-year degree completion scholarships and mandatory medical coverage. While supporters argue the measure stabilizes college sports and protects non-revenue programs, opposing lawmakers and civil rights groups contend it restricts athlete earnings without addressing high coaching salaries.
The Hill
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