The Basketball Summit 2027
The Basketball Summit™ is the premier platform dedicated to assessing, analyzing, and advancing the future of basketball in the United States, from grassroots development to the global stage. Through candid dialogue, cross-level collaboration, and actionable strategies, the Summit brings together key stakeholders to tackle pressing issues, foster unity across all levels of play, establish year-round task forces, and celebrate the innovators shaping the game’s next era.
Focus Conversations
Grassroots
Focuses on grassroots development, accessibility, and player retention to build a strong foundation for the future of the game.
Scholastic
Addresses competitive balance, recruitment, and academic-athletic alignment to ensure integrity and opportunity in high school basketball.
Collegiate
Explores NIL impact, scheduling, and athlete welfare to strengthen the college basketball experience for players, programs, and fans.
International
Examines pathways, player support, and market growth to expand opportunities for American players abroad.
National
Collaborates on talent development, international competition strategies, and program alignment to maintain global excellence.
Pro
Focuses on league innovation, player empowerment, and community engagement to drive the future of professional basketball at its highest level.
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Schedule
02:00
15 Sep
Doors Open
Access begins.
03:00
15 Sep
Opening Keynote [Presented by]
Opening remarks.
03:15
15 Sep
Focus Area Conversations
[Grassroots Conversation] Where the love of the game is born, and the next generation begins to dream without limits.
[Presented by]
Featured Voice: TBD
Interviewer: TBD
[Scholastic Conversation] Where the game meets the classroom, shaping disciplined players and future leaders.
[Presented by]
Featured Voice: TBD
Interviewer: TBD
[Collegiate Conversation] Where ambition rises, transforming talent into purpose on and off the court.
[Presented by]
Featured Voice: TBD
Interviewer: TBD
[International Conversation] Where basketball unites the world, transcending borders through shared passion and competition.
[Presented by]
Featured Voice: TBD
Interviewer: TBD
[National Conversation] Where pride, excellence, and unity come together to represent the game on the world stage.
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Featured Voice: TBD
Interviewer: TBD
[Pro Conversation] Where greatness lives, setting the standard for excellence, culture, and global influence.
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Interviewer: TBD
06:00
15 Sep
Closing Keynote [Presented by]
State of the Game.
07:00
15 Sep
Networking Reception [Presented by]
Connecting and relationship building.
08:00
15 Sep
Event Concludes
The summit adjourns.
Annual Report
The State of the Game serves as basketball’s definitive “State of the Union,” delivering a comprehensive and data-driven assessment of the sport across all levels, from grassroots to the global stage. This report will provide an honest evaluation of the game’s current landscape, highlighting areas of strength, identifying challenges, and outlining critical opportunities for growth and improvement. What’s Working, Innovations, success stories, and positive trends shaping the game. What’s Broken, Issues and obstacles impacting players, programs, and stakeholders. What’s Next, Forward-looking insights, projections, and recommendations for the future of basketball.
State of the Game Release Calendar
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September 8 — State of the Game 2027 Executive Summary Released
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September 15 — The Basketball Summit
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September 15 — State of the Game 2027 Full Report Unveiled
Our Partners
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Event Hours
2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Apply
Attendance at The Basketball Summit is highly limited, and spots fill quickly. If you’re interested in joining this transformative conversation, we encourage you to secure your place as soon as possible.
Summit participants include influential leaders and decision-makers from every level of basketball, youth, scholastic, collegiate, professional, and international, as well as executives from sports business, media, technology, brand partnerships, athlete representation, and policy.
If you are interested in joining us in-person for this event and have not received an invitation, please apply. If your request is approved, the cost to attend is $599.
Contact Us
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