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NBA Valuations Skyrocket: Three Teams Breach $10 Billion Mark
13 Feb
Summary
- Three NBA franchises have surpassed $10 billion in valuation.
- Average team value increased 18% to $5.52 billion this year.
- A new media rights deal significantly boosts league revenue.
The National Basketball Association has seen remarkable financial expansion, with three franchises now valued at a minimum of $10 billion. The Golden State Warriors, New York Knicks, and Los Angeles Lakers have achieved this significant milestone. The league's 30 teams averaged $416 million in revenue during the 2024-25 season, marking a 6.7% increase from the prior year.
The average valuation for an NBA team has risen 18% to $5.52 billion. This surge is attributed in part to a new national media rights agreement, valued at $75.9 billion over 11 years, which is more than double the previous package. Recent team sales, including the Boston Celtics at $6.3 billion and the Los Angeles Lakers at $10 billion, have propelled these record valuations.
