National Basketball Assn – Page 9

Bought as an N.B.A. Team, the Mavericks Are Being Sold as Much More

Pro sports franchises are increasingly providing much of their value as anchors for larger business enterprises, including entertainment complexes.

By Kevin Draper

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Team’s Sale Reflects Growing Links Between Pro Sports and Gambling

The proposed purchase of the N.B.A.’s Dallas Mavericks by a casino operator is the latest sign of how fully leagues have embraced the gaming world.

By Ken Belson

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Need a Restaurant Recommendation? Ask an N.B.A. Player.

The best basketball players on the planet travel regularly, embrace local cultures and have deep pockets — making them very credible reviewers of restaurants across the country.

By Gerald Narciso

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Tug-of-War Over N.B.A. Rights Provides Glimpse of Media’s Future

The league’s longtime television partners, including ESPN and Turner, are undergoing major changes, which could alter how games are watched.

By Kevin Draper and Benjamin Mullin