Dubai, United Arab Emirates September 9, 2025 — Stake, the pioneering digital real estate investment platform empowering global investors with access to property opportunities in emerging and established cities, has officially announced its strategic partnership with Dubai Basketball, the professional team representing the city’s sporting ambitions on the international stage.
The 2025/2026 season marks a defining moment in the team’s journey, as Dubai Basketball prepares to compete for the first time in two of Europe’s most prestigious leagues. With a dynamic blend of rising talent, seasoned international players, and the unwavering support of Dubai’s vibrant community, this season is poised to be one of the most transformative in the history of UAE sports.
This partnership arrives at a pivotal time, reflecting the shared vision of Stake and Dubai Basketball to elevate Dubai’s global presence as a capital of culture, sport, and opportunity. Stake’s involvement will play a key role in enabling the team to realize its international aspirations—underscoring Dubai’s evolution as a hub for excellence and innovation.
“Dubai Basketball isn’t just chasing championships—it’s leading a movement to position Dubai as a global epicenter for ambition, excellence, and innovation in sport,” said Rami Tabbara, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Stake. “As a platform born in Dubai and built for the world, Stake is proud to support the team, the community, and the vision this historic partnership represents.”
Nick Oakley, Co-CEO of Dubai Basketball, added: “We’re thrilled to welcome Stake as our official partner. Rami and Manar have been part of Dubai’s story for years, building a world-class company from the heart of this city. Together, we’re investing in the future of sport and culture in Dubai—creating unforgettable moments for our community and building a team our fans can truly be proud of.”
Pictured above (left to right): Rami Tabbara, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Stake; Nick Oakley, Co-CEO of Dubai Basketball; Manar Mahmassani, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Stake.
As the new season kicks off, Dubai is set to host elite European clubs for the first time ever. The team’s EuroLeague debut begins on September 30 with a highly anticipated clash against Serbian powerhouse Partizan at Coca-Cola Arena—marking the start of a historic campaign that promises to redefine the city’s basketball landscape.
Since its founding in 2021, Stake has built a thriving community of over one million users from 211 nationalities, enabling more than 250,000 investments across 500+ properties. With over AED 45 million distributed in rental returns and total real estate transactions exceeding AED 1.3 billion, Stake is regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) and backed by leading investors including Mubadala Investment Company, Wa’ed Ventures (Aramco), MEVP, and Republic.com.
