BAL to confirm franchises in 2027, but no timeline on new structure - Mark Tatum

NBA Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum said the league plans to announce BAL franchises in 2027, but there is no timeline for a ...
Forbes

Understanding The Basketball Africa League’s Franchise Model And Its Impact On African Sports And Local Economies

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Sindiswa Mabunda covers the sports landscape in Africa. Nov 17, 2025, 04:32pm EST Nov 17, 2025, 04:39pm EST DIAMNIADIO, SENEGAL - ...
National Basketball Association

BAL 2023 wrap up: A guide to the league's 3rd year

Here's everything you need to know about the BAL's third year, which wrapped up on May 27. Luke Akinsola, for NBA.com Al Ahly took for the 2023 BAL championship on May 27. Season three of the BAL has ...
Forbes

Boris Diaw Feels The Pulse Of The BAL’s Fifth Season As Al Ahli Tripoli Make Their Mark

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Sindiswa Mabunda covers the sports landscape in Africa. Jun 17, 2025, 05:57am EDT PRETORIA, TSHWANE - JUNE 14: Al Ahli Tripoli ...
ESPN

Is the BAL becoming a preferred option, rather than a last chance league?

As the Basketball Africa League continues its third season, some players told ESPN that they chose to play in the BAL rather than stick with their teams in more established leagues, so is Africa ...