Baller#3
Years ago
Could the NBA eliminate or partner with FIBA?
With the NBA so worried about leasing their stars out to the national teams is it possible to go down one of two options:
1. Partner with FIBA to build the World Cup up to the spectacle it deserves to be.
2. Start a completely new world championship, solely run by the NBA.
Option 1 would allow FIBA to continue to run the event and its lead up in its entirety, but look to reimburse owners for players who are competing from various NBA teams, thus eliminating some of the risk associated with them playing.
For instance the San Antonio spurs have potentially 8 players who could suit up for their nation in upcoming world cups. The partnership directs 0.5% of the events profits to the NBA team "leasing" their player. So by having spurs players playing in the world cup they are practically a temporary share holder, and would receive 4% of the profit. The NBA would also receive a 10% share for example in return for helping FIBA with promotional work to boost interest.
Option 2 is the far more crude option, with the NBA simply starting a rival event with a view to retain all profit from the event. Over time eliminating FIBA completely.
Obviously Option 1 or something similar would be preferred, thoughts on the possibility or the viability of this?
