Basketball

MIES, Switzerland: The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) announced on Wednesday that ORSEN will be its global commercial partner and exclusively handle the commercial rights of FIBA 3x3 competitions worldwide.

"Recognizing the potential for further growth, FIBA believes it is the perfect moment to elevate the sport to the next commercial level. With ORSEN's exceptional ability to forge and lead future-proof partnerships, this collaboration is strategically placed to propel FIBA 3x3's current exponential growth," FIBA announced in the statement.

Oct 14, 2017 10:10
MUMBAI: ESPN has been signed on by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) for coverage of basketball to US viewers till 2021. The agreement will see the channel broadcasting all of FIBA's Men's and Women's Continental Cups as well as the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2019 qualifiers and the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2018, say reports.
Oct 02, 2017 19:10
BENGALURU: The under-16 Women's Asia Championship 2017, that takes place in Bengaluru from October 22 to 28, will be the first event to comply with a new ruling by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) on headgear that enables female Muslim players to wear the hijab in international competition.
Sep 06, 2017 16:09
HOUSTON: The Houston Rockets Tuesday announced that a definitive agreement has been signed for the purchase of the NBA franchise by local businessman Tilman J. Fertitta, sole owner of the Landry’s restaurant empire and Golden Nugget Casinos and Hotels. 
Aug 23, 2017 16:08
NEW YORK: Heed, a joint venture created in 2016 by Internet of Things (IoT) trailblazer Mati Kochavi’s AGT International, and sports and entertainment leader WME | IMG, has announced new partnerships with EuroLeague Basketball, Professional Bull Riders, and UFC to change the way fans connect with their favorite talent, teams, and brands. 
Aug 22, 2017 15:08
MUMBAI: NBA India has collaborated with health drink Gatorade and online platform Jabong for a consumer promotion activity building up to the NBA 2017-18 season.
Aug 18, 2017 12:08
MUMBAI: Nielsen has launched Nielsen Esports, a new business vertical focused on competitive gaming. The new division will leverage the company’s expertise and leadership in media consumption and valuation. Nielsen Esports will provide sponsorship valuation, fan insights, custom industry research and consulting services to rights holders, media platforms and brands around the world.
Jan 12, 2017 18:01
NEW YORK: Discovery Communications has appointed Alex Kaplan as executive vice president, Commercial for Eurosport Digital. 
Jan 12, 2017 17:01
SHENZHEN, China: The FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup 2017 will take place in Shenzhen, China from 24-26 November. Private promoter SunsSports will stage the second edition of the most important 3x3 competition for national teams in Asia. The inaugural edition was held in Doha, Qatar on 15-16 May 2013.
Dec 08, 2010 08:12
ENGLISH movies channel Sony Pix from Multi Screen Media (formerly Sony Entertainment Television) stable recently acquired broadcast rights for NBA in the Indian market.  NBA coverage on Pix includes two live games per week (Thursday and Saturday IST), besides live coverage of the NBA Playoffs and the Eastern Conference Finals in 2011 and the Western Conference Finals in 2012.