The NBA revealed on July 30, 2025, that the Memphis Grizzlies and Orlando Magic will play two regular-season games in Europe in January 2026. This series underscores the league’s growing international footprint and Europe’s rising interest in basketball.
The NBA will hold its inaugural regular-season game in Germany on January 15 at Berlin’s Uber Arena. The second game will take place on January 18 at London’s The O2, marking the 10th NBA regular-season game held in England’s capital.
For the Grizzlies, these will be their fifth and sixth European outings, while the Magic will play their fourth and fifth. Both teams make their Berlin debut, with the Magic returning to London for a third time.
The NBA also outlined future plans: regular-season games in Manchester and Paris in 2027, and Berlin and Paris again in 2028. Dates and teams will be announced later.
La NBA anuncia sus próximos Global Games en Europa 🏀🌍
2026: Berlín y Londres (Grizzlies vs Magic)
2027: París y Manchester
2028: Berlín y París pic.twitter.com/oJXWpf25If
— Gigantes del Basket (@GIGANTESbasket) July 30, 2025George Aivazoglou, NBA’s managing director for Europe and the Middle East, shared his enthusiasm: “This reflects the incredible momentum and appetite for NBA basketball across France, Germany, the UK, and the entire region. We look forward to engaging fans and communities in Berlin and London through the games and surrounding events.”
Team Reactions and Personal Connections
Grizzlies president Jason Wexler highlighted the global opportunity: “We are excited for fans worldwide to see the Memphis Grizzlies on full display.”
The Orlando Magic’s roster adds a special touch to the Berlin game, featuring German brothers Franz and Moritz Wagner, plus German-born forward Tristan da Silva. The Wagners expressed, “To have the Magic play a regular-season game in our hometown of Berlin means everything to us. Growing up here, we dreamed of moments like this.”
This series not only expands the NBA’s reach but also fosters cultural connections, like the Wagners’ homecoming. As two rising teams clash on an international stage, fans can expect thrilling action and community engagement.
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