Josh Childress discusses investment growth in women's sports and NBA expansion

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Josh Childress discusses investment growth in women's sports and NBA expansion
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Josh Childress commented on the increasing investment in women's sports, attributing it to a shift in marketing strategies. He noted that companies are beginning to allocate more funds towards women's teams, recognizing a new audience. In addition, Childress highlighted the NBA's plans for expansion into cities like Las Vegas and Seattle, emphasizing the historical significance of Seattle's NBA presence. He expressed excitement about both markets but stressed the importance of strong ownership for future franchise success. Childress is also involved in NIL fundraising efforts for Stanford athletics.

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  • Childress believes a shift in marketing dollars is benefiting women's sports.
  • He supports NBA expansion into Las Vegas and Seattle.
  • Childress emphasizes the importance of ownership for franchise success.
  • He is involved in fundraising for Stanford's athletics program.
  • Childress aims to attract more financial support from alumni.
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  • 2:02 PMYahoo SportsNBA Vet Josh Childress: Women’s Sports Attracting ‘New Pool of Capital’
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The former NBA player also weighed in on expansion and Stanford athletics.

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