Deadline this weekend had flagged the news was coming.
Live game rights outside the U.S. will strengthen WBDs global portfolio as it continues a major international expansion.
Theres more, and WBD shares popped 4% this morning.
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It sued to enforce matching rights, although a win on that front didnt seem likely.
The addition ofInside the NBAfurther solidifies ESPN as the preeminent destination for sports fans.
Under the new pact, WBDs TNT andTBSwont have the right to NBA games come the 2025-2026 season.
Neither the NBA nor WBD responded to request for comment from Deadline on the settlement.
If they do, this post will be updated.
The actual settlement between the NBA and WBD is expected to be rolled out before Thanksgiving, Im told.
No, said WBD.
News of the NBA and WBD settlement and the new understanding was first reported by theWall Street Journal.
