The NBA’s push to launch a European league is gaining serious traction. In the latest update during All-Star weekend, Adam Silver was encouraged by the developments. Talks are ongoing with FIBA, with several European teams interested in joining. Among the cities in contention, Paris has quickly emerged as a prime hub. And one potential bid could see Kevin Durant and Victor Wembanyama teaming up as investors.

According to Sports Business Journal, Paris Saint-Germain is looking to restart a basketball franchise and compete in NBA Europe. Durant joined them as a minority investor last year, and which could position him to be involved in the bid. Silver has clarified that active NBA players could have a chance at being investors.

Wembanyama’s potential involvement stems from the intense competition for a Paris franchise. SBJ reports there are several teams in Paris interested in joining. As part of that effort, PSG could partner with an existing club to strengthen its bid. One of the clubs mentioned is Wembanyama’s boyhood team, Nanterre 92, which plays just outside Paris, according to L’Equipe.

Victor Wembanyama just joined the team as an investor. Essentially, if PSG decides to partner with Nanterre, it would need the Spurs star’s support. If PSG chooses that route, Wembanyama’s backing could become an important factor in the bid. Paris Saint-Germain will also have an opportunity to independently pursue its ambitions.

Notably, PSG ran a basketball club until 2000. However, they had to shut it down due to financial troubles. Since then, the team has been taken over by Qatar Sports Investments. The ownership group is reportedly eager to expand into basketball. Wembanyama, however, has yet to publicly comment on the potential partnership.

NBA Europe timeline and Kevin Durant’s interest

While investor interest continues to grow, the timeline for NBA Europe remains fluid. Commissioner Adam Silver has not confirmed a final launch date, though the league is currently targeting October 2027. For now, the NBA is still working through potential teams and the overall format as part of what Silver has described as a long-term project.

None of that seems to intimidate Kevin Durant. He was asked about the possibility of being involved in the league with Paris Saint-Germain. The Rockets forward confirmed his intentions to help spread the game.

“I wouldn’t say I’m involved in the process. I’m prepared to talk about it if it presents itself. For now, I haven’t heard too much, just rumors and narratives. Once it starts to form, hopefully I can be a part of it, pushing the game all around the world,” KD said.

There’s a high degree of competition in claiming a team in Paris. But since that’s the development, Adam Silver appears open to have as many as three teams residing in the ‘City of Love’. As he has done with several global ventures, KD hopes to serve as a basketball ambassador and help the game reach every corner of Europe.

Do you want to see him team up with Victor Wembanyama or go solo? Let us know your views in the comments below.