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The News/Talk Radio Industry Reacts to ABC News Radio Using Pre-Recorded Newscasts

"Cost-cutting isn't the issue that concerns me most. Transparency is."

Does the SiriusXM-Audacy Deal Actually Help SiriusXM?

Ultimately, I'm not criticizing SiriusXM for signing this deal. I just don't see the clear necessity behind it, at least not yet.

Tesla Guitarist Frank Hannon Talks Dickie Betts Legacy

"If you look at his music, he's one of the greatest unique guitarists. "

ESPN’s First Take Has an Opening, Skip Bayless Is the Answer

"Proven chemistry is difficult to manufacture. ESPN already knows this pairing works. With another opening on First Take, the easiest decision may also be the smartest one."

Shaquille O’Neal, Kenny “The Jet” Smith ‘On the Verge’ of Re-Signing with TNT Sports: Report

O'Neal's deal was confirmed by CNBC to be a five-year deal, while Smith's was only confirmed to be a “multiyear deal.”

Mike Tirico Named Lead NBA Play-by-Play Announcer for NBC Sports

""I could not be more thrilled about returning courtside to call NBA games."

Bobby Marks is Committed to ESPN While Leaving the Door Open for NBA Return

"I think how we make this thing grow and how we try to get ratings better is that we can’t diminish the product out there."

Adam Silver: ‘There’s Never Been More Engagement in the NBA Than There is at This Moment’

"When you look at it as a global league, absolutely, it’s not even close, but even domestically, but people are consuming our games in other forms."

Charlotte Hornets, WSOC-TV to Simulcast Five Games on Free, Over-The-Air Television

"This is a great opportunity to bring our games to a wider audience and increase the exposure of our games."

Bobby Marks Signs Contract Extension with ESPN

The extension for Marks comes ahead of The Walt Disney Company beginning a new 11-year media rights contract with the NBA.

Kevin Harlan Nearing Deal with Amazon’s Prime Video to Join NBA Coverage: Report

If a deal is completed between the two sides, Harlan would reportedly be joining a play-by-play rotation with Ian Eagle serving as the lead announcer on games.

Mike Breen: There is No Formula for Double ‘Bang!’ Calls

"Yeah, it’s strictly off the flow of the game, what’s going on and, ‘Wow, this is unbelievable.’"

Jay Marine: Amazon’s Prime Video Thinking About NBA Deal ‘for the Long Run’

"This is an 11-year deal, and I am honestly not even thinking about Year 1."

Taylor Rooks, Blake Griffin, Dirk Nowitzki Join Amazon’s Prime Video NBA Coverage

"We are thrilled to have Taylor, Dirk, and Blake on board as the foundation for our NBA studio coverage."

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"If you look at his music, he's one of the greatest unique guitarists. "

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"Proven chemistry is difficult to manufacture. ESPN already knows this pairing works. With another opening on First Take, the easiest decision may also be the smartest one."

Tony Reali Reflects on His Journey From ‘Around the Horn’ To Building the ‘Real Deal’

"I use the term irresistible on this show. That’s the moments I’m chasing in this show. It’s the one you can’t resist when it shows up in your feed. You’ve seen it five times in that ten second clip, and you’re still unpacking some of the feelings behind it. That’s what success will look like for me building out a roster of shows bringing those feelings out in different ways."