ESPN is set to retain the NBA's 'A' package, including all NBA Finals broadcasts, while also agreeing to terms that include fewer games to allow the NBA to develop a streaming package. Meanwhile, Amazon has secured rights to stream NBA games, marking a significant expansion in their sports broadcasting portfolio, which already includes the WNBA. Negotiations are ongoing for the NBA's 'B' package, with possibilities including either NBC or TNT, but not both. The broadcasting landscape for the NBA is experiencing a considerable shift, with traditional and new media companies vying for lucrative contracts.
this is a sea change for the NBA. still hoping TNT stays in the mix for Inside the NBA. Rumors are they are up against NBC. I think Netflix will regret not getting the package Amazon has jumped on. https://t.co/EV3urhdM1Q
You might have been able to predict this day would come in 2017... In this clip from back then, NBA commish Adam Silver talks to me and @KurtWagner8 about plans to deepen relationship with Amazon. (Silver was joined onstage by Fanatics' @michaelrubin) https://t.co/b8PhRcVTWO https://t.co/tZptSrRRRF
You might have been able to predict this day would come all the way back in 2017... In this clip, NBA commish Adam Silver talks to me and @KurtWagner8 about plans to deepen relationship with Amazon. (Silver was joined onstage by Fanatics' @michaelrubin) https://t.co/b8PhRcVTWO https://t.co/tZptSrRRRF