Tenniel Chu, Group Vice Chairman of the Mission Hills Group said: "Basketball is considered one of the most popular amateur sports in China with a mass following. We hope to contribute to the country's sports development by cooperating with the world's top sports brands, like the NBA, to drive sporting excellence."

"Basketball development is a primary focus of NBA China, and the partnership with Mission Hills will help us continue our efforts to grow basketball in the country," said NBA China CEO Derek Chang.