NBA Returns to Mexico: Mavericks and Pistons to Face Off in Mexico City
The NBA announces its return to Mexico City for the upcoming season. The Dallas Mavericks and the Detroit Pistons will face off in an exciting regular season game on November 1st. The Mavericks, with the first pick in the next draft, are preparing to select Cooper Flagg from Duke. Meanwhile, the Pistons showed a notable improvement this season, managing to reach the Eastern Conference playoffs. This game will mark the 34th NBA game in Mexico since 1992.The complete NBA schedule for next season will be announced at the end of the summer, although the league usually announces some international games in advance.We are proud that the Mavericks organization and our fans reflect the growing globalization of basketball and the NBA. The vitality of Mexico City and the passion of its fans make it the perfect place to host these international games.
Rick Welts, CEO of the Mavericks
Playing a regular season game in Mexico City will be a great experience for our players and coaches. We look forward to showcasing Detroit basketball to an international audience and a passionate and growing NBA fanbase.
Trajan Langdon, Pistons President of Basketball Operations