The arrival of an NBA franchise in Las Vegas may be delayed, with the league now considering a debut during the 2029-2030 season, rather than the initially expected 2028-2029 season, according to reports. This deadline remains under study, and no official decision has been made. The NBA is evaluating the best timing for the expansion, balancing the need for proper infrastructure with the financial commitments required for the project. Three investor groups are currently conducting discussions to secure the new team, with NBA commissioner Adam Silver stating that the league aims to make a decision on the expansion before the end of the year. An informal agreement with the selected group could occur as early as the end of November, though the investors' choice is not yet imminent. The selection process involves evaluating not only the financial strength of the groups but also their ability to build or renovate a suitable venue for the team. The construction of a new venue is a major challenge, with the schedule largely dependent on the infrastructure available in Las Vegas. The future owner will likely have to finance the construction of a new venue, estimated to cost nearly two billion dollars. Adding the franchise's entry rights, the total investment could reach 11 to 12 billion dollars, or even more. The NBA expansion package includes a state-of-the-art arena, which is a key component for any investor group to be considered. Another option considered is temporarily installing the team at the T-Mobile Arena, the venue that hosts, among others, the Golden Knights in the NHL. However, this solution would require significant renovations, with franchise owner Bill Foley announcing a renovation cost of up to 400 million dollars. The new NBA expansion team in Las Vegas will not play long-term at T-Mobile Arena. While the NBA is focused on Las Vegas, the possibility of an expansion in Seattle is also being explored. Groups not selected for Las Vegas could attempt to settle in Seattle, the former base of the SuperSonics, which was erased from the NBA map in 2008. Samantha Holloway, owner of the Seattle Kraken in the NHL, is considered a serious candidate to carry out this project. However, the NBA seems to prioritize the arrival in Las Vegas before possibly realizing the return of Seattle. Between the selection of investors, financing, and the construction of infrastructure, the expansion schedule remains to be specified.