NBA Commish Adam Silver weighs in on league’s TV rights negotiations amid uncertainty: ‘We are still talking’
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has yet to announce the winner of the league’s media rights race. TNT’s parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is in danger of losing its broadcasting rights contract to a competitor. TNT and the NBA have been partners for decades, but a new media deal could include Disney/ESPN, NBC and Amazon, […]
Adam Silver not closing book on fate of ‘Inside the NBA’ team just yet
Adam Silver has offered a ray of hope to basketball fans, saying the fate of TNT’s hit show “Inside the NBA” is still up in the air. The league commissioner was asked about fan concerns about losing the on-air team of Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith, Charles Barkley and Shaquille O’Neal with the home of the […]
Mavericks vs. Timberwolves Game 2 prediction: NBA playoffs odds, props
Commercial Content 21+. The Timberwolves lost the series opener at home despite some good shooting from Jaden McDaniels. With no other place to hide Luka Doncic’s defensive weaknesses, McDaniels should be back in action in Game 2 on Friday night. McDaniels made a career-high six 3-pointers on Wednesday night, extending his streak of three or […]
Why Minnesota’s Anthony Edwards can become next NBA icon
The Pacers, after playing a first-round opponent without a two-time MVP (Giannis Antetokounmpo) and a second-round opponent with more injuries than the typical rotation, have no expectations with a core that will likely never get to this stage again. The Celtics boast one of the most balanced starting fives in the NBA and are likely […]
‘Morale Sucks’: Charles Barkley Blasts His Bosses As ‘Clowns’ And Keeps It Real Amid ‘Inside The NBA’ Possibly Ending
It’s a shame this happens. Charles Barkley spoke his mind on Thursday as his legendary TNT show “Inside the NBA” faces the possibility of being dropped by NBC. Television rights reportedly purchased To the National Basketball Association. While speaking on “The Dan Patrick Show,” Sir Charles spoke candidly about his bosses at TNT and how […]
Washington Capitals’ and Wizards’ Capital One Arena rated one of most dangerous NBA venues
Capital One Arena was ranked as one of the top 10 most dangerous NBA arenas, according to a new study. Located in Washington, D.C.’s Chinatown, the Capital One Arena hosts Washington Wizards and Capitals games. It was ranked as the eighth most dangerous arena based on factors including fan behavior and the crime rates for […]
NBA closes investigation into Thunder’s Josh Giddey over underage relationship allegations: report
According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, the NBA has closed its investigation into Josh Giddey’s alleged relationship with an underage student. Guidi, who was selected sixth overall by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2021 NBA Draft, was not charged after Newport Beach, California, police said in January they found no criminal activity. “No charges have […]
Charles Barkley rips ‘clown’ TNT bosses with ‘Inside the NBA’ in peril
Charles Barkley painted an ugly picture Thursday as the future of TNT’s “Inside the NBA” looks increasingly bleak as NBC is reportedly nearing a new rights deal with the league. During an appearance on “The Dan Patrick Show,” the 61-year-old NBA great said that if the deal goes through, next season’s “Inside the NBA” will […]
NC State star DJ Burns Jr. drops 45 in NBA draft hope
One of March Madness’ breakout stars is losing weight to keep his NBA Draft hopes alive. “I’ve lost 45 pounds over the last six and a half weeks,” North Carolina State center DJ Barnes Jr. told The Athletic’s Shams Charania, per an NBA source. “There were big questions about his size, his build and his […]
NBC a step closer to landing NBA rights with ‘Inside the NBA’ at risk
The NBA appears ready to move on from TNT to a reunion with NBC. The league formalized new rights deals this week with Disney (which owns ESPN), NBC and Amazon, starting with the 2025-26 season. Sports Business Journal reported: Wednesday. NBC is reportedly close to taking over TNT’s “B” package for $2.6 billion per year, […]