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ESPN – NBA: A Legacy of Innovation Timeline
ESPN today announced a landmark, 11-year media rights extension with the NBA and WNBA. In doing so, ESPN extends its position as the primary partner of both leagues and remains the exclusive home of the NBA’s crown jewel, the NBA Finals. As this visual timeline underscores, ESPN’s legacy with the NBA and the WNBA is defined by innovation and growth.