East Asia Super League Expands with New Teams

The East Asia Super League (EASL) is expanding for its 2024-25 season, welcoming Hong Kong Eastern and the Macau Black Bears, which increases the total number of teams from eight to ten. This marks the first time that EASL action will take place in the Greater Bay Area, with Hong Kong Eastern playing home games in Hong Kong and the Black Bears in Macau. Hong Kong Eastern, a storied team and reigning domestic champion, will compete in Group A alongside top teams from Japan, South Korea, and the Philippines. Meanwhile, the Macau Black Bears are the first professional basketball team from Macau, having won their local league. The league aims to enhance regional representation and will kick off its new season in October, with the complete match schedule to be announced soon. EASL's chief executive noted the strong demand for expansion from regional leagues, reflecting the growing interest in professional basketball in East Asia.