ESPN, Turner in good position with NBA despite pressure from Amazon, NBC https://t.co/HI5Pf1JdIg
NEWS: Sources tell @SBJ that @ESPN and @NBAonTNT both have the right to match an offer on any media rights package struck by a new party (i.e. @PrimeVideo, @peacock/@NBCSports). This could be for streaming or linear TV. https://t.co/a5jwuHmY1D
Official word from the NBA: "“Although the exclusive negotiating period has ended, we are still in discussions with Disney and Warner Bros. Discovery regarding our media deals.” Puck's story from last night: https://t.co/6wC0l6DJOa
The NBA is currently negotiating its next media rights deal, with possibilities including selling local games individually and incorporating major streaming services for premier games. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver mentioned moving towards a 'hybrid world' of TV and streaming. The exclusive negotiating window with current broadcasters ESPN and TNT has expired, but discussions continue with both, alongside potential new entrants like Amazon and NBC. The WNBA's broadcasting rights, including deals like TEGNA's to air Indiana Fever games locally, are also under consideration. ESPN and TNT hold strong matching rights, allowing them to counter offers from new bidders, which could shape the future landscape of sports broadcasting.