The NBA is constantly trying to find new and creative ways to expand their league and reach a wider viewer base. So, it isn’t surprising to learn that they have added on multiple expansion teams over the years to hit larger fanbases. However, some have obviously been added on more recently than others. What was the last NBA expansion team?
What Was the Last NBA Expansion Team? The most recent expansion team to come into the NBA was the Charlotte Bobcats; they joined the NBA for the 2004/05 season to mixed success. This followed the original Hornets Franchise moving from Charlotte to New Orleans in 2002/03. Following re-branding in 2012 they are now known as the Charlotte Hornets again, with the New Orleans franchise becoming the Pelicans. The 2004 expansion brought the total number of teams to 30. The Charlotte franchise now has home state hero Michael Jordan as its majority owner.