Most Watched NBA Finals Games of All Time | NBA TV Ratings History

Four of the five most watched NBA Finals games of all time featured Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls. M.J. revolutionized the NBA in the 1990s, and it’s all the more reason why the six-time NBA champion and Finals MVP is the greatest basketball player of all time. Fans wanted to watch him play. The […]

James Foglio  •  19 Jul 2022
NBA Finals Ratings History (2000–Present)

NBA Finals ratings have been recorded since 1988. Game 6 of the 1998 NBA Finals between the Bulls and Jazz is the most watched (35.89 million) NBA Finals game and highest rated (22.3) in the league’s history. How about lowest rated NBA Finals game? During the COVID-19 pandemic, Game 3 of the 2020 NBA Finals […]

James Foglio  •  18 Jul 2022
Commissioner Adam Silver is in Favor of Lowering NBA Age Limit to 18

NBA commissioner Adam Silver is in favor of lowering the NBA age limit to 18. When Silver was asked about his decision, he said, “It’s the right thing to do.” In 2005, then NBA commissioner David Stern agreed to raise the age limit from 18 to 19. Per multiple sources, Silver is hopeful that the […]

James Foglio  •  14 Jul 2022
Most Overpaid NBA Players in 2022

Every year, professional sports teams offer undeserving players outrageous contracts; our team at Basketball Insiders have compiled our list of the most overpaid NBA players in 2022. Our basketball analysts based this list on player statistics, latest accomplishments and of course salary comparisons. View our top 10 list of the most overpaid NBA players in […]

James Foglio  •  08 Aug 2024
NBA Draft 2022: Which Teams Can Improve the Most on NBA Draft Day?

On Thursday, June 23, the NBA Draft 2022 airs live at 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN. This is the 76th edition of the league’s annual draft. It’s taking place at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Of course, the Warriors defeated the Celtics in six games of the 2022 NBA Finals, winning their […]

James Foglio  •  07 Aug 2024
LeBron James is first active NBA player to become a billionaire

Lakers forward LeBron James is now the first active NBA player to become a billionaire. According to Forbes, the 18-time All-Star now has a net worth of $1 billion. Michael Jordan became a billionaire as an owner in 2014. Jordan officially retired from basketball after the 2002-03 season. Plus, Kobe Bryant reached billionaire status during retirement. Based […]

James Foglio  •  03 Jun 2022
NBA Trade Rumors: Cavaliers interested in Mike Conley, Andrew Wiggins

One of the most viral NBA trade rumors this week now pertains to the Cavaliers showing interest in Mike Conley and Andrew Wiggins. In the HoopsHype Podcast, Cleveland.com’s Chris Fedor mentioned to Michael Scotto that “Wiggins is one that I’ve kicked around inside the walls of Cleveland.” Additionally, Fedor pointed out that Cavaliers head coach […]

James Foglio  •  07 Aug 2024
Kyrie Irving says Cavaliers ‘would’ve won more championships’ if he was more mature

Nets guard Kyrie Irving discussed his thoughts on playing with LeBron James and the Cavaliers on the newest episode of “I Am Athlete.” In the 2016 NBA Finals, the Cavaliers overcame a 3-1 series deficit against the Warriors to win their first NBA championship. The fanbase and the organization thanked Irving for sinking the Game […]

James Foglio  •  07 Aug 2024
Toronto Raptors vs Cleveland Cavaliers Odds, Preview, and Expert NBA Picks

The Toronto Raptors will host the Cleveland Cavaliers in a game with massive playoff implications. The Cavaliers are currently holding on tight to the sixth spot in the Eastern Conference and are desperately trying to avoid the play-in tournament. As for the Toronto Raptors, they have been one of the more surprising teams this season […]

Mathew Huff  •  23 Mar 2022