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NBA media rights and ratings, hot start for Stanley Cup, Howie Schawb and the WNBA

Sports Media Watch Podcast

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NBA's Broadcast Partners: NBC Getting Back In?

It seems highly likely that NBC will re-enter the NBA broadcast partnership, potentially having the finals every other year, alternatively with ESPN. The other alternatives like Turner or Amazon seem less probable. CBS may not be a contender due to their historical approach, even though under new management. The potential NBC coverage is expected to resemble Sunday Night Football, led by Noah Eagle and Tareko providing commentary. NBC could have Sunday night games without concerns about preempting primetime. ABC might still retain the Finals while NBC takes on other significant games, ensuring the NBA stays accessible even with the shifts in broadcast partnerships.

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