National Basketball Association (NBA) Rosters Feature Record 135 International Players from Record-Tying 43 Countries Across Six Continents
NBA sets records with 135 international players from 43 countries on 2025-26 opening rosters, including 55+ with African roots like Embiid and Antetokounmpo, 16 All-Stars, and full team representation—highlighting the league’s global dominance as the season tips off tonight.
