The NBA is gearing up for a big change in how teams get around. They’re planning to use 13 fancy new Airbus planes for team trips.
These aren’t just any planes – they’re special VIP A321neo jets that will be decked out just for NBA teams.
These new planes are all about making players comfy and keeping them in top shape. They’ll have beds that lay flat, so players can really stretch out and catch some Z’s.
The air inside will be better too, with special stuff to keep it moist and fresh. The lighting can be changed to help players’ bodies adjust to different time zones.
Delta Airlines, which has worked with the NBA for a long time, will be flying these planes. The NBA is doing this to help players feel better and play better.
They think better travel might even make games fairer, as teams won’t be so tired from long trips.
Not every team will use these new planes. Some teams, like the Dallas Mavericks, already have their own private jets.
But for most teams, this will be a big step up from the old planes they used to use.
The NBA has been trying to make travel easier on players for a while now. They’ve been cutting down on back-to-back games in different cities.
Now, with these new planes, they’re taking it to the next level.
It’s not just the NBA that’s thinking about this stuff. The WNBA has started using charter flights for all their teams too.
It looks like pro basketball is really focusing on making sure players are at their best, even when they’re up in the air.
Image: Delta Air Lines
