The National Basketball Association (NBA) is continuing to expand its reach around the world. On December 13th, the Orlando Magic and Atlanta Hawks will be playing a preseason game in Mexico City, Mexico. This is the first time an NBA game will be played in Mexico City and it could be a sign of things to come.
The NBA has been looking to expand its presence in Mexico for some time now. Mexico City has been identified as a potential expansion location for the league. This game could be a way for the NBA to gauge interest in the city and see if it would be a viable option for an expansion team.
The game itself should be an exciting one as both teams are expected to bring their star players. The Magic are led by All-Star center Nikola Vucevic and the Hawks have two All-Stars in Trae Young and John Collins. Both teams have had strong starts to the season and this game should be a great opportunity for them to showcase their talent.
The game will also be a great opportunity for Mexican basketball fans to experience the NBA up close. Mexico City has a passionate basketball fan base and this game should be a great way for them to get a taste of what the NBA has to offer.
The NBA has been expanding its presence around the world and this game is just another example of that. It will be interesting to see if Mexico City becomes an expansion location in the future and if this game will help make that happen. Regardless, it should be an exciting game and a great opportunity for Mexican basketball fans to experience the NBA firsthand.