Basketball

The NBA (National Basketball Association) is the premier professional basketball league in the world, featuring 30 teams across the U.S. and Canada. Founded in 1946, the league has grown into a global sports powerhouse, known for its exciting 82-game regular season from October to April and playoffs culminating in the NBA Finals in June. Headquartered in Manhattan, the NBA is the second-wealthiest sports league globally and boasts the world’s highest-paid athletes. The Boston Celtics lead with 18 championships and are the reigning 2024 NBA champions after defeating the Dallas Mavericks.