NBL‑US Announces Fourth Louisiana Franchise as League Expansion Accelerates Under FIBA-Sanctioned Development Model January 9, 2026 — New Orleans, Louisiana — The National Basketball League – United States (NBL‑US) today formally announces the newest addition to its growing national footprint: the New Orleans Krewe, who will join the league for the 2026 season, tipping off May 2, 2026. The Krewe become…
January 8, 2026 – Baton Rouge, Louisiana FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The National Basketball League – United States (NBL-US) proudly announces the addition of the Louisiana Roughnecks to its roster of professional teams for the upcoming 2026 season, set to tip off May 2, 2026. This exciting expansion continues the league’s rapid growth and deepening influence throughout Louisiana’s thriving basketball community. Louisiana’s…
Date: January 5, 2026League: National Basketball League–United States (NBL-US)Website: usnbl.comEmail: info@usnbl.com Baton Rouge, Louisiana — The National Basketball League–United States (NBL-US) is proud to officially announce the addition of the Baton Rouge Beast as the league’s newest franchise, set to compete beginning with the 2026 NBL-US Season, which tips off May 2, 2026. The Baton Rouge Beast become the latest Louisiana-based organization to join the rapidly expanding…
The Baytown Bobcats today announce their return to the National Basketball League–United States (NBL–US) for the league’s 2026 season—their sixth campaign in the NBL–US. Fresh off a hard-fought championship game appearance against the Gueydan Flying Ducks, the Bobcats are poised to leverage continuity, youth, and experience as they chase their first title. Season Five Recap…
Defending Champions Poised to Make More History June 19, 2025 – Houston, Texas The HBCU Movement, reigning 2024 NBL-US Champions, is officially returning to the National Basketball League – United States (NBL-US) for the upcoming 2026 season, beginning February 21, 2026, with home games hosted at Texas Southern University (TSU) in Houston. The Movement, celebrated for its undefeated championship run and groundbreaking all-HBCU…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEHouston, Texas – June 14, 2025 LAKE HOUSTON FLIGHT SET FOR SEASON FOUR AS THEY AIM FOR FIRST NBL–US TITLEFounding Franchise Returns with New Leadership and Renewed Championship Aspirations HOUSTON, Texas – The Lake Houston Flight, a charter member of the National Basketball League–United States (NBL–US), today announced their much-anticipated return for the…
Legendary franchise set to play a 40-game 2026 season; the dynasty returns to where it all began. HOUSTON, Texas — October 9, 2025 — The National Basketball League – United States (NBL-US) proudly announces the return of its most iconic franchise — the four-time undefeated champions, East Houston United — for the upcoming 2026 NBL-US Division 1 season. The United, who…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: September 4, 2025Location: Houston, Texas Following a strong August 30 turnout, league invites additional prospects to showcase for the 2025–2026 Commissioner’s Cup HOUSTON, TX — The National Basketball League–United States (NBL-US) today announced its second league combine will take place on Saturday, September 27, 2025 in Houston, Texas. The event follows an encouraging first combine on August 30, where 25 hopefuls competed in front of…
Date: August 28, 2025Location: Houston, Texas A Landmark Media Partnership for U.S. Professional Development Basketball The National Basketball League–United States (NBL-US) and the Women’s National Basketball League–United States (WNBL-US) are proud to announce a multi-year broadcast partnership with New Era Sports TV, a new sports network created in association with StrimmTV. The agreement begins with the 2025–2026 season and will bring unprecedented visibility and accessibility…
Historic International Partnership Continues with Cross-League Player Participation [United States/Philippines] – The National Basketball League-United States (NBL-US) is proud to announce its continued partnership with the National Basketball League-Pilipinas (NBL-Pilipinas) by sending a group of elite players to compete in the prestigious NBL-Pilipinas President’s Cup, scheduled to take place from October to December 2025. This…