NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has indicated that the league is seriously considering expansion this summer, although he stressed there is no immediate rush to implement changes.

He pointed out that the NBA enjoys a vast global audience, with over a billion viewers annually and two billion people connected via social media, raising questions about the necessity of adding more U.S. cities.

Silver also emphasized that expanding the league could dilute competition and affect the existing economic structure, particularly given the locked-in television deals for the next decade.

Concerns about talent dilution were acknowledged, as adding new teams would mean larger rosters and potentially fewer star players per team.

He noted the importance of geographic representation across the United States, indicating that discussions about expansion are ongoing.

Despite uncertainties, Silver recognized that certain markets, such as Canada and Mexico City, could enhance the NBA's reach and appeal.

While Seattle is often mentioned as a prime candidate for expansion, Silver hinted at interest in other markets like Canada and Mexico City, where the NBA has previously held games.

The topic of expansion is set to be a key focus during the NBA Board of Governors meetings scheduled for July 2025.

Currently, no formal discussions have taken place with ownership groups from potential expansion cities, but this situation may change soon.

Silver questioned the benefits of adding more teams in the U.S. given the league's extensive international reach, suggesting that domestic expansion may not significantly boost growth.

While it remains unclear if expansion is necessary, Silver acknowledged that it may happen gradually over time.