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ESPN's Inside the NBA sees reduced airtime in debut season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 4:06 AM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

ESPN's Inside the NBA sees reduced airtime in debut season

Summary

Inside the NBA’s first season on ESPN has been marked by a significant reduction in airtime, airing only 20 times during the NBA regular season. The program, previously a staple on TNT Sports, struggled to maintain its impact with fewer showings. This decline in visibility has raised questions about the show’s ability to generate memorable moments and national discussions. ESPN's crowded broadcasting schedule, featuring college football and other sports, has limited opportunities for the show. ESPN President of Content, Burke Magnus, expressed a desire to increase the show’s appearances throughout the regular season.

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By the Numbers

•Inside the NBA aired just 20 times during the NBA regular season.
•The show felt 'invisible' compared to its time on TNT Sports.
•ESPN's crowded schedule limited the show's opportunities.
•Burke Magnus indicated a desire for more regular season shows.

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4:06 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Inside the NBA’ Lost Some Spark Through No Fault of It’s Own on ESPN

What they're saying

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"The biggest lesson from Inside the NBA's first season on ESPN isn't that the show suddenly became less talented, less entertaining, or less insightful. It's that audiences can't engage with a show they rarely see." The post ‘Inside the NBA’ Lost Some Spark Through No Fault of It’s Own on ESPN appeared first on Barrett Media.
— Yahoo Sports

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