"Through eight games, NBA on ESPN is averaging 1.9 million viewers, an 8% increase over the same point last season and the network's best start since the 2015-16 season, excluding 2020."
Tuesday's tribute worked because it felt honest, not staged. Consequently, it's the kind of moment that reminds viewers why they tuned in beyond the headlines.
The music industry and millions of fans flooded social media with tributes Tuesday. Artists, broadcasters, and celebrities shared memories of Dolly Parton's influence.
Dolly Parton's...
"Through eight games, NBA on ESPN is averaging 1.9 million viewers, an 8% increase over the same point last season and the network's best start since the 2015-16 season, excluding 2020."