European Basketball Forum declares opposition to NBA Europe concept

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The declaration, obtained by Basketball Sphere and first reported by Sport Klub, is presented in full below without any changes.

5. Cooperation with international institutions

Finally, we call for active cooperation with international institutions, including FIBA and other relevant organizations, to create a global framework that ensures a balanced approach to basketball talent development. Through joint work with global bodies, European basketball can ensure that domestic and international systems function in harmony, with the interests of players, clubs, and fans as the top priority.

Conclusion

We urge all stakeholders in European basketball to take immediate action to address the challenges outlined in this declaration. We recognize that the future of European basketball depends on our ability to adapt, coordinate, and protect the values that have made the sport unique and successful across the continent.

We believe that FIBA, together with national federations and leagues, will take responsibility for enacting the necessary changes to safeguard the future of European basketball. We remain committed to working together to build a fair and sustainable system for the development of young players on a global level.

This declaration represents the collective stance of coaches, experts, club owners, general managers, and all those committed to preserving European basketball. Aware of the importance of this issue, we appeal to all members of the European basketball community to support this initiative and contribute to its realization. Our goal is to protect the future of European basketball, preserve its identity, and provide young players with the opportunity to grow within a system that reflects our values—with the support of FIBA regulations.

This declaration will be sent to all relevant addresses, including FIBA, European political institutions, and all other organizations the Forum believes can help resolve this issue.

European Basketball Forum
Aleksandar “Sasha” Djordjevic, Danko Cvijeticanin, Kosta Jankov, and other Forum members.”