Following the EuroLeague's statement, George Aivazoglou, NBA Europe and Middle East Managing Director, emphasized that the NBA remains open to a partnership with the EuroLeague. "In collaboration with FIBA, we continue to have good-faith discussions with the EuroLeague about a new model for European basketball that would accelerate the growth of the game, celebrate the rich basketball traditions in so many cities and countries, and better serve fans across the continent," Aivazoglou said in his statement.

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