NBA on ABC up big versus last year, league viewership practically even
Across ABC, ESPN, and TNT, NBA viewership is down just 1% versus last year after being down about 20% prior to Christmas Day.
Across ABC, ESPN, and TNT, NBA viewership is down just 1% versus last year after being down about 20% prior to Christmas Day.
The early-season panic around NBA viewership has given way to a reality that numbers are even if not up over last season.
Saturday's audience increased 29% year-over-year for the Lakers' win over the Nuggets.
The league's viewership is down 5% year-over-year, but was down 19% earlier this season.
There were a ton of notable on-air tributes to Brown, but Tirico's stood out.
"There’s a lot more for this game than me just saying goodbye."
The first spot dropped Saturday during ESPN’s NBA Paris Game.
The league may see a viewership bump for a multitude of reasons on the holiday.
There will be "Inside the NBA" beyond this season.
The move should allow the league to rebound from last year's Christmas viewership woes.
The new NBA deals, which start in 2025-26, will reportedly see ESPN air less regular-season games in exchange for concessions elsewhere.
"For me it was such an honor."
After a disappointing Game 1, Game 2 delivered a strong number for the NBA.
Was Redick just a "due diligence" candidate? Or is he someone the Lakers will take a swing at?
The 2024 NBA Finals begin on Thursday, June 6 on ABC.
"I call the game down the middle. That's my job."
The NBA's new deals may be the same as it ever was, at least in terms of the Finals.
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