One of the most well-executed new features in NBA 2K16 was the ability to rebrand and customize teams for use in the game's two Franchise modes and relocate those teams to new cities.
Now both the MyGM and MyLeague modes will also incorporate the ability to expand with the upcoming NBA 2K17. Leagues will be able to grow to as many as 36 teams, with expansion able to take place during league creation or in the offseason of ongoing leagues.
"When creating a new MyGM or MyLEAGUE, you have a few options on how you can handle the setup of your new league: Start with the current 30-team NBA, as it is structured now, start a league with Expansion where you can instantly expand the league from 30 up to 36 teams (all with designs of your choosing), or you can start with a completely customized league (that can still include up to 36 teams) that may include realigned divisions, Expansion Teams, Classic teams, Edited/Rebranded NBA teams, Euroleague teams, and more.