Why are Canadians allowed to form a team in the NBA?

Answer 1

The team was founded in 1995 as part of the NBA's expansion into Canada, along with the Vancouver Grizzlies. The Raptors have been the only Canadian-based team in the league since the Grizzlies relocated from Vancouver, British Columbia to Memphis, Tennessee prior to the 2001–02 NBA season.
Thats why! Just the same in MLB. NFL no because they already have the CFL. But if memory serves the NFL developmental league at 1 time had a couple as well.

Besides it cold there in winter and lasts longer than in the US. So what you going to do in the cold months, nothing. Besides since the day of Jordan, Canada fell in love with basketball. And it brings in big money.

Answer 2

Canadians are Americans also

Answer 3

a Canadian started the game

Answer 4

for the same reason the NFL are allowed to call their sport football