ESPN and ABC report strong viewership for NBA Draft coverage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 11:47 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, aired on June 23 by ESPN and ABC, attracted an average of 4.2 million viewers, reflecting a 10% increase from the previous year. The peak viewership reached 5.5 million during a key quarter hour at 8:15 p.m. ET. This strong performance underscores the growing interest in the NBA Draft among audiences. Television ratings are expected to impact future broadcasting agreements and marketing strategies within the league.
- •Average 4.2 million viewers tuned in for the draft on June 23.
- •Viewership increased by 10% from last year.
- •Peak audience reached 5.5 million at 8:15 p.m. ET.
- •Strong ratings may influence future NBA broadcasting contracts.
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