The National Basketball Association has canceled its preseason games in the Middle East for the first time in four years, citing the ongoing war in the region. The league had held annual preseason matchups in Abu Dhabi since 2021, but the conflict has forced a halt to those plans. The decision comes as former U.S. Congresswoman Jane Harman warned that the U.S.-Iran war has turned every country in the Middle East into a potential target. Harman, a Democrat from California, said even nations not yet involved in the conflict face danger, calling the risk of the war spreading 'huge.' She also expressed concern that the U.S. defense industrial base may not be equipped to handle simultaneous conflicts worldwide. The NBA's move highlights the tangible impact of escalating tensions on international sports and business activities in the region.