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Capture the momentum of the NCAA tournament for better TV ratings.
Expand league revenue by extending the season, which would go from the current 44 games to potentially more.
However, such a timeline raises several concerns:
Overlap with NCAA Tournament: Rookies and new players would arrive weeks into the season, disrupting team cohesion and preparation.
Impact on College Players and Other Leagues: An earlier start conflicts with NCAA schedules and commitments to international leagues like EuroLeague, which many top players participate in offseason.
Critics argue that this interference with NCAA and international schedules could hinder player development and complicate international commitments.