The NBA has introduced their choice that Warner Bros. Discovery did not technically match the phrases of Amazon’s $1.8 billion per 12 months supply for media rights and that they’ll transfer ahead with the tech firm as meant.
“Warner Bros. Discovery’s most up-to-date proposal didn’t match the phrases of Amazon Prime Video’s supply and, subsequently, we have now entered right into a long-term association with Amazon,” the NBA stated in a press launch.
“All through these negotiations, our main goal has been to maximise the attain and accessibility of our video games for our followers. Our new association with Amazon helps this objective by complementing the printed, cable and streaming packages which might be already a part of our new Disney and NBCUniversal preparations. All three companions have additionally dedicated substantial assets to advertise the league and improve the fan expertise.
“We’re grateful to Turner Sports activities for its award-winning protection of the NBA and sit up for one other season of the NBA on TNT.”
The choice might result in litigation as TNT had negotiated match rights in its earlier cope with the NBA.