NBA Won't Hold Preseason Games In Middle East Amid Regional Conflict

The NBA will not hold any preseason games in the Middle East this year, marking the first time in five years the league has skipped the region. The decision comes amid the ongoing war between the United States and Iran and broader regional conflict. While the NBA had not formally announced preseason games in Abu Dhabi this year, as it had in each of the previous four seasons, sources said the league held discussions with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, Brooklyn Nets and Washington Wizards...