National Basketball Association

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National Basketball Association, also known as NBA, is a privately owned entity headquartered in the US. Founded in 1946, it employs approximately 20,900 individuals and reported $11.3B in revenue as of 2024. With spectator sports as its main product, the organization operates the NBA, WNBA, NBA GLeague, NBA 2K League, and Basketball Africa League.

2024 Revenue

Founded

1946

Headcount

20,893

Headquarters

United States

Primary Segment

Spectator Sports

Ownership

Privately Owned

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On July 10, the Oklahoma City Thunder lost all three of its Summer League games, offering fans an early look at prospects and roster hopefuls despite the inconsequential nature of the July contests. This followed an announcement on July 9 by a group led by former NBA executive Jerry Colangelo and Horizon Sports & Experiences CEO David Levy, who detailed plans to submit an NBA expansion bid for Las Vegas. Their proposed team, the Las Vegas Jacks, claims to have already raised $8 billion for the endeavor. Earlier, on July 8, Isaiah Joe shared a heartfelt Instagram message thanking the Thunder organization, his teammates, coaches, and fans after his trade to the Detroit Pistons became official, drawing responses from his former teammates.

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National Basketball Association offers 9 products in the media and telecoms services and sports industries. National Basketball Association's product portfolio comprises of broadcast television and radio, ball sports, sports tickets, merchandise and sponsorship, media and TV services and niche sports.

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National Basketball Association's revenues were over $1B in 2024. Caretta Research has split National Basketball Association's revenue into 6 different product categories, the largest of which is basketball. For full access to National Basketball Association's revenue breakdown subscribe to Caretta Portal.

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Jul

19th

2026

10:56

B2B Tag

Why Thunder traded Lu Dort to Hawks as draft picks give Atlanta scary defensive depth

As the Oklahoma City Thunder blossomed into one of the best teams in the NBA, Lu Dort set the tone. Now, the piece of OKC's identity that comes from Dort is heading to the Atlanta Hawks .

The Sporting News

Jul

18th

2026

17:30

B2B Tag

Bucks' Giannis trade saga exposed the NBA's biggest salary cap flaw

There were plenty of reasons why things went south between Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks. Both parties have reason to be upset about how things played out, despite each moving on to situations that could be better for them in the long run.

Dairylandexpress

Jul

17th

2026

11:45

B2B Tag

NBA Free Agency: Heat, LeBron James, Pistons, DeMar DeRozan, Tyson Etienne

Heat The Heat remain in the mix for LeBron James, though team president Pat Riley admits he doesn’t know where things stand. Speaking Thursday while introducing Giannis Antetokounmpo, Riley told ESPN’s Ohm Youngmisuk that Miami has had productive conversations with James’ agent, Rich Paul, but acknowledged the waiting game continues.

Hoopswire

Jul

17th

2026

06:30

B2B Tag, Regulatory Compliance, Tenders and Contracts

Bucks $64 million bet on Trent raises alarms

The Milwaukee Bucks are reportedly facing league scrutiny after awarding guard Gary Trent Jr. a four year, $64 million contract, a move that has raised questions about whether the agreement complied with NBA salary cap regulations.

Rolling Out

Jul

17th

2026

06:30

B2B Tag, Tenders and Contracts

The NBA’s Next Major Labor Battle May Already Be Brewing

Victor Wembanyama might have been the straw that broke the camel's back in the NBA. Wembanyama bypassed the chance at starting his new contract extension at 30% of the 2027-28 salary cap, which could cost him more than $50 million in total.

Forbes

Jul

16th

2026

23:58

B2B Tag, Regulatory Compliance

NBA 'continuing to look into' circumstances regarding Bucks' signing of Gary Trent Jr.

The NBA is investigating the circumstances surrounding the Milwaukee Bucks’ signing of Gary Trent Jr. that was officially announced Thursday. An NBA spokesman said that “the NBA is continuing to look into it.” ESPN first reported that the NBA was investigating the signing for possible circumvention of the salary cap.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Jul

16th

2026

23:00

Business Expansion, B2B Tag, Geographic Expansion

Analysis: Three issues on NBA expansion that impact Sonics return

LAS VEGAS — When the question was asked, Adam Silver seemed to light up. The commissioner of the NBA was asked Tuesday night about the robust amount of interest Las Vegas has generated in the league’s expansion conversations amid the backdrop of another successful year of the NBA Summer League being played on the UNLV campus.

Tncontentexchange

Jul

16th

2026

18:20

B2B Tag, Regulatory Compliance, Tenders and Contracts

NBA “Probing” Bucks on Gary Trent Jr. deal

On the day that Gary Trent Jr.’s new deal with the Bucks was officially announced by the team, reports also state that the league will investigate it for possible salary cap circumvention. According to NBA insider Shams Charania, “The NBA is probing the signed $64 million free-agent deal for Gary Trent Jr.

Yahoo

Jul

16th

2026

17:34

B2B Tag, Regulatory Compliance

NBA 'continuing to look into' circumstances regarding Bucks' signing of Gary Trent Jr.

WSLS

Jul

16th

2026

11:33

B2B Tag, Tenders and Contracts

Why NBA is investigating Bucks over Gary Trent Jr.'s $64 million free agent contract

The Milwaukee Bucks are entering a new era, one in which they're not expected to contend again for quite some time. With Giannis Antetokounmpo gone, traded to Miami earlier this offseason, the Bucks have started building out their roster in different ways — but last week, they agreed to a free-agent deal that left the NBA world confused.

The Sporting News

Jul

16th

2026

09:30

B2B Tag

Lu Dort's most aggressive suitor may already be out of looming Thunder sweepstakes

For the most part, the Oklahoma City Thunder's offseason dominos have already fallen. They held onto all three of their selections in the 2026 NBA Draft, ultimately picking up Aday Mara, Bennett Stirtz, and Otega Oweh— each of whom fills a distinct roster need.

Thunderous Intentions

Jul

16th

2026

08:34

Partnerships and Alliances, B2B Tag, Partnerships

TikTok, NBA and WNBA announce global partnership

The multi-year partnership helps drives fans to live games and the biggest NBA and WNBA moments through TikTok GamePlan.

The Sporting News

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National Basketball Association sells broadcasting rights of its 5 esports and basketball competitions to 120 companies globally, covering 28 countries. National Basketball Association's rights holders include YouTube. National Basketball Association currently holds 5 broadcasting rights for sports competitions including basketball.

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