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sports7 months ago

ESPN's NBA Broadcast Shakeup: Future of Doris Burke and On-Air Talent Uncertain

ESPN is reevaluating its NBA broadcasting team after the Finals, with Mike Breen confirmed as the top play-by-play announcer but Doris Burke's future uncertain, while Andrew Marchand reports that the current trio may not continue beyond the Finals. Meanwhile, TNT's 'Inside the NBA' will move to ESPN, but Charles Barkley plans to leave after two more years. The small forward free agent market lacks top-tier talent, and key offseason dates, including the draft withdrawal deadline and free agent negotiations, are approaching.

via NBA Rumors - HoopsRumors.com|
#broadcasting#espn#free-agency
sports7 months ago

‘Inside the NBA’ Transition to ESPN Sparks Changes and Criticism

ESPN will take over the licensing of Inside the NBA from TNT starting in the 2025–26 season, with the show maintaining its core cast and format, including postgame segments and live coverage during major NBA events. The show will continue to be produced in Atlanta, with minimal changes to its style, but scheduling and platform distribution will be adjusted to fit ESPN's broader media strategy. Both networks will retain control over their respective content, and the cast, including Charles Barkley, is expected to stay on board.

via Front Office Sports|
#broadcasting#espn#inside-the-nba
sports1 year ago

Charles Barkley Criticizes TNT and ESPN Deal Handling

Charles Barkley criticized TNT for not informing him directly about ESPN's acquisition of 'Inside The NBA,' which he learned about through friends. Barkley, who has been with Turner for over 20 years, expressed frustration over the company's handling of the situation, especially given the show's importance and his long tenure. Despite the initial communication issues, a deal was reached to keep the show on air as ESPN takes over NBA broadcasting rights.

via Sports Illustrated|
#charles-barkley#espn#inside-the-nba
sports-media1 year ago

ESPN Secures Exclusive Rights to 'Inside the NBA' Starting 2025

ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro has orchestrated a landmark trade with TNT Sports, acquiring the iconic "Inside the NBA" team, including Charles Barkley, in exchange for Big 12 football and basketball games. This move aims to bolster ESPN's NBA coverage, which has struggled against TNT's popular show. The deal, which involves no monetary exchange, will see "Inside the NBA" continue from TNT's Atlanta studios, while ESPN's "NBA Countdown" takes a secondary role. This strategic acquisition is seen as a significant win for ESPN in the competitive sports media landscape.

via The Athletic|
#charles-barkley#espn#inside-the-nba
sports-media1 year ago

ESPN Secures 'Inside the NBA' in Major Sports Media Shift

ESPN has struck a deal to bring the popular sports studio show 'Inside the NBA' to its network, marking a strategic move to incorporate successful concepts from rivals. The show, featuring Charles Barkley and Shaquille O'Neal, will air on ESPN and ABC starting with the 2025-26 NBA season, particularly during major events. This move reflects ESPN's strategy of acquiring proven sports personalities and concepts from competitors, as seen in previous deals with NFL announcers and the 'Pat McAfee Show.' The agreement also involves ESPN granting Warner's TNT Sports rights to Big 12 games.

via Variety|
#charles-barkley#espn#inside-the-nba
sports1 year ago

'Inside the NBA' Moves to ESPN and ABC in Landmark Deal Ending Legal Dispute

"Inside the NBA," featuring Ernie Johnson Jr., Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Shaquille O'Neal, will air on ESPN and ABC starting the 2025-26 season through a partnership with TNT Sports and the NBA. The show will be part of ESPN's coverage of major NBA events, including the NBA Finals. This move is part of ESPN's new 11-year rights extension with the NBA. Despite the change, TNT Sports will continue producing the show from its Atlanta studios. The agreement follows a settlement between Warner Bros. Discovery and the NBA over media rights.

via ESPN|
#broadcasting#espn#inside-the-nba
sports-business1 year ago

NBA and Warner Bros. Discovery Settle Lawsuit, 'Inside the NBA' Moves to ESPN

Warner Bros. Discovery has settled its lawsuit with the NBA over live game rights, ending its 40-year relationship with the league as a live game broadcaster in the U.S. The settlement allows Warner Bros. Discovery to retain some NBA content rights, including highlights for Bleacher Report and House of Highlights, and live game rights in select international markets. Additionally, "Inside the NBA" will be licensed to ESPN and ABC, while Warner Bros. Discovery will continue to produce the show. The agreement also includes a sub-licensing deal for Big 12 football and basketball games.

via CNBC|
#espn#inside-the-nba#media-rights
sports1 year ago

'Inside the NBA' Moves to ESPN and ABC After Legal Settlement

"Inside the NBA" will air on ESPN and ABC starting in the 2025-26 season as part of a settlement between Warner Bros. Discovery and the NBA. Despite losing U.S. rights to air NBA games, TNT Sports will continue producing the show, featuring Ernie Johnson Jr., Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Shaquille O'Neal. The new 11-year media rights deal, worth $76 billion, involves ABC/ESPN, Comcast, and Amazon broadcasting NBA games. Warner Bros. Discovery retains a global content license for NBA content and will continue its digital partnership with the league.

via ESPN|
#espn#inside-the-nba#media-rights
sports-media1 year ago

ESPN and ABC Secure 'Inside the NBA' Broadcast Rights After Legal Settlement

Inside the NBA, a popular sports show on TNT, will be licensed to air on ESPN and ABC starting next season as part of a settlement between Warner Bros. Discovery and the NBA. This agreement also allows Warner Bros. Discovery to create new NBA content and gain international rights in certain regions. Additionally, ESPN will sublicense Big 12 college sports games to Warner Bros. Discovery for airing on TNT and its Max streaming service.

via Sports Illustrated|
#abc#espn#inside-the-nba
sports1 year ago

ESPN Secures 'Inside the NBA' Amid Legal Settlement with Warner Bros.

"Inside the NBA," a popular sports show featuring Charles Barkley and others, will move to ESPN and ABC next season as part of a settlement between the NBA and Warner Bros. Discovery. This follows the NBA's new broadcast deals with Disney, Comcast, and Amazon, ending its long-term partnership with Turner Sports. The show will air during key events like opening night and playoffs, while Warner retains rights to air NBA games in Latin America and Europe and will continue producing content for NBA TV.

via The Washington Post|
#charles-barkley#espn#inside-the-nba
sports1 year ago

Timberwolves Boycott 'Inside the NBA' Over Draymond Green's Criticisms

The Minnesota Timberwolves boycotted on-court interviews with TNT's "Inside the NBA" after Game 4 of their series against the Dallas Mavericks in response to Draymond Green's critical comments about Karl-Anthony Towns and Rudy Gobert. The boycott was a show of team solidarity, but the Timberwolves' season ended after a Game 5 loss.

via NBC Sports Bay Area|
#draymond-green#inside-the-nba#karl-anthony-towns
sports1 year ago

Timberwolves Boycott 'Inside the NBA' Over Draymond Green's Criticisms

The Minnesota Timberwolves boycotted on-court interviews with TNT's "Inside the NBA" after Game 4 of their series against the Dallas Mavericks, in response to Draymond Green's critical comments about Karl-Anthony Towns and Rudy Gobert. The team showed solidarity by refusing to appear on the show, but their season ended after a Game 5 loss.

via Yahoo Sports|
#draymond-green#inside-the-nba#karl-anthony-towns