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The Town with Matthew Belloni
The Fight for the Last NBA Rights With Bill Simmons
May 1, 2024
The Ringer's Bill Simmons joins Matt to discuss the intense competition for NBA media rights. They dissect potential deals with ESPN/ABC and Amazon, speculate on who will secure the third spot, and envision the NBA's future in streaming. Insights on financial implications, evolving sports content distribution, and the impact on stock prices are explored.
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- The NBA broadcast rights negotiations signal a shift towards streaming and diverse partnerships in sports media.
- The reported bids from major players like Disney, Amazon, NBC, and Warner Discovery indicate a significant increase in broadcast rights fees.
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