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Future Warner Bros. Discovery spinoff may face streaming struggles

Without Max, TNT, TBS, and truTV might find reach severely limited.

By Drew Lerner OnMay 14, 2025 0
HBO Max

Max will be re-rebranded as… HBO Max

"Today, we are bringing back HBO, the brand that represents the highest quality in media."

By Drew Lerner OnMay 14, 2025 0
May 19, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Detailed view of a TNT court broadcast camera before game seven between the Minnesota Timberwolves against the Denver Nuggets in the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Warner Bros. Discovery ad execs defend post-NBA sports strategy

"We’re not intimidated by, like, ‘Oh my God, we have to fill so many hours of content.' There will be content there."

By Drew Lerner OnMay 11, 2025 0
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Warner Bros. Discovery reportedly ‘moving towards’ split to linear and streaming assets

"It’s become relatively clear to me from the many conversations that I’ve had that we could get some sort of an announcement in the not too distant future that they are planning to try to split the company."

By Drew Lerner OnMay 8, 2025 0
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Warner Bros. Discovery reportedly weighing spinoff of cable assets

The company has hired bankers to work out options that include a potential separation of its legacy assets from the company's future-looking streaming and studio entities.

By Drew Lerner OnApr 17, 2025 0
Warner Bros. Discovery was urged to feature Donald Trump Jr. in an outdoor show in an effort to appease the Trump White House.

Warner Bros. Discovery urged to cast Donald Trump Jr. in hunting/fishing show

WBD has been urged by Trump allies to kiss the ring.

By Sam Neumann OnApr 14, 2025 0
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Warner Bros. Discovery to lose $1.1 billion in advertising without NBA

The company will lose its NBA rights following this season.

By Drew Lerner OnMar 21, 2025 0
Nov 16, 2024; New York, NY, USA; Jon Jones (red gloves) fights Stipe Miocoic (blue gloves) in the heavyweight bout during UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

TNT Sports eyeing UFC and F1 media rights

"UFC is a fantastic property and has piqued our interest. Formula One, as well."

By Drew Lerner OnMar 18, 2025 0
Warner Bros. Discovery chief executive David Zaslav and actor Dustin Hoffman attend the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder at Crypto.com Arena.

WBD CEO says cutting NBA was a ‘great decision’

"Our job is to make sure we have enough quality sports so that we’re creating real value for the distributors."

By Drew Lerner OnMar 5, 2025 0
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Max ditches B/R Sports add-on, will include sports in Standard and Premium tiers

The new strategy comes amid a substantial shift in the quality of live sports rights under the TNT Sports umbrella.

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 26, 2025 0
A graphic for "Foul Play with Anthony Davis" and a photo of Davis.

WBD confirms Anthony Davis LA prank show still going ahead despite trade

The show is "still airing on the 16th after the NBA All-Star Game as planned."

By Andrew Bucholtz OnFeb 4, 2025 0
General overall view StubHub Center Stadium

‘No noise or discussion’ on canceling 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles amid fires

"No infrastructure was significantly impacted, so they are not looking to rebuild anything that was required for the Olympic Games."

By Drew Lerner OnJan 23, 2025 0
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Comcast, Warner Bros. Discovery reach new carriage agreement

TNT's loss of NBA rights was a significant point of discussion in negotiations.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 9, 2024 0
May 19, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Detailed view of a TNT court broadcast camera before game seven between the Minnesota Timberwolves against the Denver Nuggets in the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

NBA and TNT reportedly in settlement talks to end matching rights dispute

"It has to be soon. They don’t want to let it drag on."

By Drew Lerner OnNov 14, 2024 0
Warner Bros. Discovery WBD logo

WBD CEO David Zaslav shares positive outlook during earnings call

The Trump administration could offer "an opportunity for consolidation that would provide a positive and accelerated impact on this industry."

By Drew Lerner OnNov 7, 2024 0
A detailed view of the NBA logo in the 2024 playoffs.

New details emerge from redacted NBA-Amazon contract

The agreement covers everything from what seats Amazon execs get at games, to what music they use on the broadcast.

By Drew Lerner OnNov 6, 2024 0
Fubo vs. Venu Sports

DOJ will reportedly support Fubo in antitrust case against Venu

The DOJ will file an amicus brief in support of Venu's injunction.

By Drew Lerner OnOct 23, 2024 0
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NBA continues effort to dismiss WBD media rights lawsuit

The NBA argued in court Wednesday that WBD's "match" was more of a "counteroffer."

By Drew Lerner OnOct 3, 2024 0
A B/R Sports on Max graphic. (Max.com.)

Bleacher Report

WBD reportedly set to start charging for Max sports add-on in September

The logo for Venu Sports, the joint streaming service between ESPN, Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery.

Judge blocks Venu Sports launch over Fubo lawsuit

Federal judge Margaret Garnett agreed with Fubo's claims against the Venu Sports joint venture, granting a preliminary injunction.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnAug 16, 2024 1
The logo for Venu Sports.

Disney

Here’s everything we know about Venu Sports so far

David Zaslav

Warner Bros. Discovery stock freefalls over $9.1 billion charge, uncertainty around sports rights renewals

Mr. "We don't have to have the NBA" would probably love to have the NBA right about now.

By Sean Keeley OnAug 7, 2024 2
David Samson

David Samson references ‘OnlyFans for press releases’ around NBA’s WBD response

"I like how this is the part of the show where we become aroused by press releases."

By Arthur Weinstein OnAug 3, 2024 0
Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

NBA

Losing the NBA is a defining blow to David Zaslav’s legacy

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Warner Bros. Discovery officially matches Amazon’s NBA broadcast rights bid

WBD is making one final push for NBA broadcast rights despite Amazon and the league's best efforts to box TNT out.

By Brendon Kleen OnJul 22, 2024 4

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