Pelicans to play video games in Paris and England in 2027


The Nationwide Basketball Affiliation introduced that the New Orleans Pelicans will play two video games in Europe this upcoming season.They’re going to faceoff in opposition to the San Antonio Spurs at Accor Enviornment in Paris, France, on Jan. 14, 2027, and at Co-op Stay in Manchester, England, on Jan. 17, 2027, as a part of the league’s multiyear slate of standard season video games in Europe.This would be the Pelicans third and fourth video games in Europe within the franchise’s historical past, and the primary in France and England.“It’s a large honor for the Pelicans to characterize the Metropolis of New Orleans on a worldwide stage whereas sharing our tradition and the spirit of Louisiana with followers world wide,” stated Pelicans Governor Gayle Benson. “Along with the Saints enjoying in Paris subsequent season, the chance for the Pelicans to play internationally in Paris and Manchester represents one other vital step in strengthening our group’s cultural and financial ties in these areas. These international occasions mirror the rising impression of soccer and basketball internationally, and the NBA’s continued efforts to encourage the subsequent era of followers throughout Europe. We’re grateful to Commissioner Adam Silver to be included within the NBA’s ongoing international growth.”“Taking part within the video games in Paris and Manchester is an unbelievable alternative for our group to proudly characterize each the Pelicans franchise and the Metropolis of New Orleans on a global stage,” acknowledged Pelicans Govt Vice President of Basketball Operations Joe Dumars. “These video games present a singular platform to showcase our staff, our tradition, and our group to international audiences whereas constructing significant relationships with followers, companions, and communities overseas. We’re grateful to be a part of the NBA’s continued worldwide development efforts, and we’re excited to assist develop the sport globally and join with new generations of basketball followers.”Along with the video games, the NBA, the Pelicans and the Spurs will conduct NBA Cares social impression programming centered on well being, wellness and sustainability, Jr. NBA/Jr. Each video games will air stay throughout Europe and world wide, reaching followers in additional than 200 nations and territories on tv, digital media and social media.

The Nationwide Basketball Affiliation introduced that the New Orleans Pelicans will play two video games in Europe this upcoming season.

They’re going to faceoff in opposition to the San Antonio Spurs at Accor Enviornment in Paris, France, on Jan. 14, 2027, and at Co-op Stay in Manchester, England, on Jan. 17, 2027, as a part of the league’s multiyear slate of standard season video games in Europe.

This would be the Pelicans third and fourth video games in Europe within the franchise’s historical past, and the primary in France and England.

“It’s a large honor for the Pelicans to characterize the Metropolis of New Orleans on a worldwide stage whereas sharing our tradition and the spirit of Louisiana with followers world wide,” stated Pelicans Governor Gayle Benson. “Along with the Saints enjoying in Paris subsequent season, the chance for the Pelicans to play internationally in Paris and Manchester represents one other vital step in strengthening our group’s cultural and financial ties in these areas. These international occasions mirror the rising impression of soccer and basketball internationally, and the NBA’s continued efforts to encourage the subsequent era of followers throughout Europe. We’re grateful to Commissioner Adam Silver to be included within the NBA’s ongoing international growth.”

“Taking part within the video games in Paris and Manchester is an unbelievable alternative for our group to proudly characterize each the Pelicans franchise and the Metropolis of New Orleans on a global stage,” acknowledged Pelicans Govt Vice President of Basketball Operations Joe Dumars. “These video games present a singular platform to showcase our staff, our tradition, and our group to international audiences whereas constructing significant relationships with followers, companions, and communities overseas. We’re grateful to be a part of the NBA’s continued worldwide development efforts, and we’re excited to assist develop the sport globally and join with new generations of basketball followers.”

Along with the video games, the NBA, the Pelicans and the Spurs will conduct NBA Cares social impression programming centered on well being, wellness and sustainability, Jr. NBA/Jr.

Each video games will air stay throughout Europe and world wide, reaching followers in additional than 200 nations and territories on tv, digital media and social media.