Tag: ESPN

"Whether it’s been the huge viewership successes across multiple sports and studio shows, the broad array of rights deals we’ve secured, our reach and engagement across digital and social platforms, content milestones like we’ve seen in women’s college and pro basketball, or marquee talent signings like Jason Kelce and Nick Saban, I could not be prouder of the team’s performance."

The second-round coverage peaked at 1.23 million viewers from 6 p.m. ET to 6:15 p.m. ET when the Los Angeles Lakers selected Bronny James.

"With all the [prayers] I have received & the loving support of my family, friends & ESPN colleagues, I will win this battle."

ESPN has fallen below 70 million homes for the first time since the early days of cable television.

"Even Stephen A. Smith, who had been very, very critical of Bronny James after the Draft, changed his tune."

The 2024 NBA Draft is being broadcast over two days for the first time in the history of the event.

"I’m on the air to bring sizzle with facts, with perspectives, and with the kind of content that makes you stop, pause, listen, inhale before you disseminate a perspective."

“These honorees have used their platforms to change the world and make it more inclusive for marginalized and suffering communities, demonstrating incredible resilience, positivity and perseverance, and we’re thrilled to celebrate them at The 2024 ESPYS.” 

"We’re going to look at everything."

“It’s different, and there’s a different calculus there for sure, but again, to compliment Stephen A. because I’m sincere when I say this – he’s the best right now. And so, we’re balancing the difference between game and studio, but we’re also talking about the guy who’s at the absolute top of the heap.”