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Angel Reese decision vindicated as Unrivaled risk puts NBA on notice with new competition results clear to see


Published on 2025-02-19 06:45:19 - Talksport
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  • Unrivaled has hit the ground running in an impressive debut season. The new women's basketball league has enjoyed success beyond expectations and after the disaster of the NBA's

The article from TalkSPORT discusses the impact of LSU women's basketball star Angel Reese on the NBA's viewership and revenue. It highlights how Reese, along with other college basketball stars like Caitlin Clark, has significantly boosted interest in women's basketball, leading to unprecedented viewership numbers. Specifically, the article notes that the 2023 NCAA Women's Basketball Championship game, where Reese played, drew an average of 9.9 million viewers, surpassing the men's game for the first time. This surge in popularity has prompted discussions about the potential for women's basketball to increase NBA ratings and revenue, especially as these college stars transition to the professional level. The piece also touches on the broader implications for the NBA, suggesting that the league could benefit from the growing fanbase of women's basketball, potentially leading to new marketing strategies and increased investment in women's sports.

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