NBA Christmas Games Shatter Viewership Records with 84% Surge
The NBA's Christmas Day slate reached unprecedented heights, averaging 5.25 million viewers per game across multiple platforms. The Lakers-Warriors showdown led the charge with 7.76 million viewers, while the league's digital presence exploded with 500 million social media video views.
Roku Lands Major Deal for Exclusive X Games Streaming Rights
Roku secures exclusive streaming rights for X Games events in the US starting 2025, offering free access through The Roku Channel. The deal includes both winter and summer competitions, strengthening Roku's growing sports content portfolio.
Timothée Chalamet Stuns ESPN with Deep College Football Knowledge
Hollywood star Timothée Chalamet impressed sports commentators and viewers with his unexpectedly comprehensive college football expertise during his ESPN College GameDay appearance. The Dune actor delivered detailed analysis and accurate predictions, earning high praise from broadcasters.
ESPN's 'Around the Horn' to End Historic Run After 23 Years
ESPN's pioneering sports debate show 'Around the Horn' will conclude in summer 2025 after 23 successful years on air. The cancellation marks another shift in ESPN's programming strategy, moving away from the sports talk format that defined the network's previous era.