NBA Franchises Worth Combined $199 Billion, Average Team Value Rises 21%

The NBA's 30 franchises are worth a combined $199 billion, according to Sportico's 2026 valuations. The average team is now valued at $6.64 billion, a 21 percent increase from last year.
The Golden State Warriors lead the league at $14.5 billion after a 28 percent jump. Only the NFL's Dallas Cowboys, at $15.5 billion, rank higher among global sports franchises.
The New York Knicks moved past the Los Angeles Lakers for second place at $12.8 billion. The Lakers, valued at $12.5 billion in their pe