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NBA Nears Historic 11-Year, $76 Billion Media Rights Deal with NBC, ESPN, and Amazon, Excluding TNT

Jun 5, 2024, 02:36 PM

The NBA is nearing a historic $76 billion media rights deal with NBC, ESPN, and Amazon, according to reports. The agreement, which spans 11 years, will significantly increase the league's annual media revenue by over 250%. NBC is expected to pay $2.5 billion annually for 100 games, with half of these games available on its streaming service Peacock. ESPN will contribute $2.6 billion per year, while Amazon's package is valued at $1.8 billion annually. This deal marks a defining moment for media and sports, highlighting the immense value of sports rights. The new agreement will commence with the 2025-2026 season, and TNT will no longer be part of the NBA's media partners after the 2024-2025 season. The deal will also include WNBA rights.