Indian Panthers suspended from NBL
- Dave Worsley
- May 1
- 2 min read
The Indian Panthers have been suspended from the National Basketball League (NBL) after allegations of contractual breaches by the franchise.
In a statement, the league deemed immediate suspension necessary due to the gravity of the situation and potential impact on the league and its teams.
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"It is very disappointing for the Commission to be facing this situation, especially given that following careful due diligence, the original concept was sustainable and so exciting for the league, the game and the fans, both here and in India," said Tracey Garland, chair of the NBL Commission.
"However, we have had to face the reality that things have not panned out as any party intended."
"The Commission determined that, given the seriousness of the allegations, likely period of time required to resolve them and the need to avoid damage to the financial position of all participating teams and the League, that the appropriate decision was to immediately suspend the Panthers from further participation in the League"
Garland said an investigation had been launched.
"The Panthers are fully aware of the conditions they must meet for any consideration given as to their future participation, and these will remain confidential while both parties work through this," she said.
The suspension comes after allegations on social media of unpaid salaries and growing dissatisfaction in the squad.
The Panthers players did not take the court against Canterbury Rams on Tuesday night in protest of the late payments, with the game being postponed.
