Futures Basketball League
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The Future of the Game

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About

Futures Basketball League

120 of the nation’s top under-18 boys basketball players. 12 regional teams. One unified league where the country’s best prospects compete head-to-head through the spring–summer season.

Futures prioritizes player development and mentorship through elite coaching, support on and off the court, and opportunities for players to monetize their NIL and build their own brands.

Built for fans, every game will be streamed, with select games airing on national TV, giving audiences worldwide a front-row seat to basektball's next generation of superstars.

Every class is eligible
2028
2029
2030
2031
120
Top Players
12
Teams
10
League Weekends
10
Players Per Roster
Schedule

Mark your calendars✦

April – June
Media Days · Training Camp · Player Development · Preseason Cup
July – August
Regular Season & Playoffs

Protected. High school season · High school live periods · USA Basketball · NBPA Camp

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August

One National Final✦
One champion✦

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The Future of the Game

Founding Partners

Founding investors and team owners from across sports, media and entertainment.

LeBron James
01
LeBron
James
Maverick Carter
02
Maverick
Carter
Kevin Durant
03
Kevin
Durant
Rich Kleiman
04
Rich
Kleiman
Gary Vaynerchuk
05
Gary
Vaynerchuk
Derrick Rose
06
Derrick
Rose
Jason Stein
07
Jason
Stein
Paolo Banchero
08
Paolo
Banchero
Dan Haimovic
09
Daniel
Haimovic
Ryan Harwood
10
Ryan
Harwood
Ezra Kucharz
11
Ezra
Kucharz

Why they’re in✦

“As someone who grew up playing grassroots and then college ball, and watched another kid from Akron completely change the landscape of high school basketball, I’ve seen how the game has evolved over the years both for the athletes and the ecosystem surrounding them. With interest in these athletes at an all-time high, I believe Futures is the premier league with the right infrastructure to really help grow and develop players while setting them up for long-term success.”

Maverick
Carter
Maverick Carter

“MADE Hoops has done amazing work in just a short period of time in the grassroots sports space. They were my introduction to the opportunity that Futures presents, which is a true investment in young athletes and helping them set a foundation for what comes next in their basketball careers.”

Rich
Kleiman
Rich Kleiman

“I’ve spent my whole career telling people to bet on attention and bet on themselves — and that’s exactly what these athletes are already doing. Futures gives them a league that respects that — the best competition, a national stage and brand partners who want to build with them — so they can turn their name into a business that lasts long after they stop playing.”

Gary
Vaynerchuk
Gary Vaynerchuk

“I came up through the grassroots circuit in Chicago, and I saw how much talent could benefit from real structure and support. I was lucky — my brothers built a wall around me and made sure the right people were in my corner. Most young players don’t have that. Futures gives them that kind of protection and support, off the court as much as on it.”

Derrick
Rose
Derrick Rose

“America produces more raw basketball talent than anywhere in the world, but the system around these athletes hasn’t risen to their level. Futures is changing that by investing in the development of these young men on and off the court, recognizing their value, and giving fans around the world a chance to watch the future of basketball.”

Jason
Stein
Jason Stein

“Futures has the potential to make a real impact on the next generation of basketball talent. Bringing the country’s top young players together to compete, grow and learn from some of the best in the game is incredibly exciting. I’m proud to be part of something that puts the future of the game first.”

Paolo
Banchero
Paolo Banchero