ESPN expresses interest in NBA's centralized local broadcast package
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 8:46 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
At the CNBC/Boardroom event, Jimmy Pitaro stated ESPN aims to address issues with local TV broadcasts in the NBA. Pitaro emphasized that ESPN's intentions are clear in wanting to be part of the solution. This comment highlights ESPN's ongoing engagement in the NBA’s broadcasting and seeks to innovate amid current challenges.
- •Jimmy Pitaro spoke at the CNBC/Boardroom event on July 16, 2026.
- •ESPN is interested in the NBA's local broadcast package.
- •Pitaro noted the importance of fixing local TV issues.
- •ESPN aims to play a central role in the NBA's broadcast future.
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