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Disney networks have had exclusive rights to the WNBA postseason since 2016 and have aired every WNBA Finals since 2003, but that exclusivity will go away under the new rights package announced Wednesday. ESPN will still air five of the 11 Finals series included in the package as well as semifinals series in eight of Read more...
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ESPN losing out on WNBA games in new deal

Larry Brown Sports

The NBA on Wednesday officially announced its new set of broadcast rights deals, confirming that the league will return to NBC for the first time since 2002. NBC confirmed their end of the deal shortly after, and dropped some other significant news in the process. In a video announcement of the new deal, NBC prominently...
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NBC makes big announcement about its new NBA TV deal

Philadelphia, PA

Veteran guard Reggie Jackson has agreed on a contract buyout with the Charlotte Hornets and plans to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers upon clearing waivers, sources told ESPN on Tuesday. Jackson arrived in a July trade with the Denver Nuggets as part of a salary-shedding maneuver and now plans to...

Sources: Reggie Jackson to sign with Philadelphia 76ers

Athlon Sports

Now this is going to be problematic for the NBA...

TNT Sports Hits NBA With Wild Accusation Over Media Deal Decision

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	A funny thing happened on the way to the forum: The NBA’s much-anticipated new TV rights deal that was expected to reflect the financial muscle of streaming platforms wound up cementing the primacy of broadcast networks in sports contracts.Warner Bros. Discovery Says NBA Can't Reject Matching Offer: 'We Will Take Appropriate Action'




	The big moves in the 11-year agreement, valued at a whopping $76 billion, are the return of NBCUniversal, the entry of Amazon Prime Video and the exit of Warner Bros. Discovery’s TNT. ESPN and ABC remain the league’s cornerstone partner with rights to the NBA finals. There’s likely to...

How NBC Became the Linchpin of the NBA’s Megabucks TV Rights Deal

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

San Antonio, TX

ABC News

A 28-year-old high school coach was “randomly shot and killed” standing on a rooftop bar while she was in town for a conference, police said.

High school coach, 28, randomly shot and killed at bar while attending conference

Virginia State

Benny Hinn was a popular preacher during the 1990s and early 2000s. There were Virginia churches that offered bus rides to his crusades in North Carolina, and I knew quite a few Virginians who purchased his books and tapes and donated to his ministry.

Benny Hinn is being criticized for asking for money again

On the mat, gymnast Jordan Chiles is confident, carefree and the biggest hype person for her fellow teammates. "I may be competing for a spot too, but I want everyone to win," she told Teen Vogue in an interview as the magazine's July/August cover star. "I do my best gymnastics when I am out there relaxed and helping others feel supported."

Jordan Chiles on overcoming body shaming, racial discrimination in gymnastics and more

New York Post

Angel Reese was rubbing elbows with NBA stars courtside in London.  

The Chicago Sky rookie sensation was sitting in the front row — in between the Suns’ Kevin Durant and Warriors’ Steph Curry — at O2 Arena on Tuesday, cheering on the U.S. women’s national basketball team as it defeated Germany, 84-57, in their final exhibition game before stepping onto the Olympic stage.  

Reese, donning a pink Balenciaga outfit before going into a black dress, and the NBA stars — who are competing for the men’s side in Paris — watched Team USA start strong with a 22-9...

Angel Reese sits courtside with Steph Curry, Kevin Durant for 2024 Olympics showcase

Yardbarker

The WNBA struck gold with its 2024 All-Star Game, giving credence to the idea it's undervalued in its pending media rights deal.Per The Athletic's Richard Dietsch, 3.44 million viewers watched this year's game, roughly two million more than the 2003 ASG, the previous record-holder. A record audience got a firsthand look at the depth of the league's talent.Indiana Fever rookie guard Caitlin Clark and Chicago Sky rookie forward Angel Reese drew most of the headlines entering the game, but Dallas Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale stole the show with a record 34 points in the second half to give Team WNBA...

WNBA All-Star Game viewership validates complaints over pending media rights deal

Next TV

NBC's last WNBA broadcast came back in 2002 ... and yes, that stupid 'Roundball Rock' music is coming back, too

WNBA Set to Also Return to NBCU as Part of Surging League's New 11-Year, $2.2 Billion National TV Deal, Made Official Wednesday

Sports Illustrated

The longtime broadcaster is taking time off to 'take care of a family matter.'

Ernie Johnson Stepping Away From MLB on TBS Hosting Duties for Remainder of Season

Indiana State

Chicago, IL

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese continue to elevate the WNBA to another level due to their mass popularity. With fans fully invested, their rivalrous relationship dates back a few years to their college time. Clark led an Iowa squad on a miracle run, captivating the country's attention with her logo ...

Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever Beat Angel Reese, Chicago Sky For Significant WNBA Record

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

What makes a zodiac sign high maintenance? Needing extra attention can make someone high maintenance. Uncontrollable emotional roller coasters can make someone high maintenance. Demanding others more than they can give can make someone high maintenance. Needing all of the attention all or most of the time can make someone high maintenance.

5 Zodiac Signs That Are High Maintenance

While there is still much drama to sort out when it comes to the NBA media rights and whether or not Warner Bros. Discovery will be able to successfully snatch a package away from Amazon, it would appear that NBC is in the clear in its quest to bring the Association back to the network. Read more...
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NBC reveals huge NBA, WNBA news

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	The WNBA's portion of the new national TV deal includes a shakeup with Finals coverage, spreading it across the three networks.

The WNBA’s New TV Deal Will Rotate The Finals Between ESPN, Amazon, And NBC

USA TODAY

TNT Sports announced that it will exercise a clause in its current rights deal to keep the NBA on its channel and match a part of the NBA's megadeal.

TNT sports announces it will match part of new NBA rights deal, keep league on channel

NewsBreak

NBA says it has signed new 11-year media rights deal with Disney, NBC and Amazon

The NBA signed its 11-year media rights deal with Disney, NBC and Amazon Prime Video on Wednesday after saying it was not accepting Warner Bros. Discovery’s...

NBA says it has signed new 11-year media rights deal with Disney, NBC and Amazon

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