Sports Business Journal

?? A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for this year's #SBJMI ?? We appreciate our attendees, sponsors, and panelists for making this event a success. Over the course of the day, we had the chance to dive deep into the evolving landscape of sports media, from content creation and monetization to the future of media rights and team broadcasting strategies. We look forward to seeing you again next year! #MediaInnovation #SportsTech #Networking #FutureOfMedia

Dana White, CEO & President of UFC, discusses the future of sports media ??? The rise of streaming services is changing the game, and soon 8 billion people could be watching the same fight on global platforms like Amazon, YouTube, or Disney. #UFC #SportsMedia #StreamingRevolution

Egon Durban, Silver Lake co-CEO and Endeavor Board Chairman, has a deal in place to acquire a 7.5% stake in the Las Vegas Raiders ?? If finalized, Endeavor will divest WME Sports' football representation business to comply with NFL conflict-of-interest rules. Approval is pending at the Dec. 10-11 NFL owners meeting. Read more: https://ow.ly/pGSU50UbmQx

This Christmas, ESPN and Disney are bringing some magic to the NBA ?????? “Dunk the Halls,” the first-ever animated NBA alt-cast, will reimagine the Spurs-Knicks game with Mickey, Minnie, and friends as they take over the Magic Kingdom’s iconic Main Street, USA. Using cutting-edge tech like Sony’s Hawk-Eye tracking cameras and Beyond Sports’ AI graphics, the broadcast will blend live game action with Disney’s Sensational Six and other beloved characters, including Cinderella’s Castle and Chip and Dale. #SBJMI #NBA #DisneyMagic #InnovationInSports

All the National Basketball Association (NBA) wants for Christmas is … to capture the youngest generation of basketball fans ?? The league, along with ESPN and Disney, have announced the first fully animated professional basketball game.?The Disney-themed "Dunk the Halls" alt-cast will use Sony's Hawk-Eye Innovations Ltd and Beyond Sports to bring Mickey and friends to the Spurs-Knicks game this Christmas Day ?? #SBJ's Joe Lemire has an inside look at the motivation behind the game and the technology bringing it to life: https://ow.ly/Ms5H50UbhAA

Oklahoma City Council approved Echo Investment Capital’s donation of nine acres downtown for a new $71M city-owned soccer stadium ??? The 12,300-seat venue, funded through Maps 4, is set to open in 2027 and will host a relaunched USL Championship club under a 15-year lease with Echo. Designed by Populous, construction begins in 2025, with Legends’ CSL advising on fan experience. The stadium will anchor a billion-dollar mixed-use district developed by Robinson Park, reimagining OKC's downtown. Read more from Bret McCormick: https://ow.ly/9S5j50UaQO3

Rolapp to NFL rights holders who might be annoyed by Disney's expanded "Monday Night Football" simulcasts on ABC: What's your idea to grow reach? We'll listen. My story: https://lnkd.in/eXPv-Yka

NBC Sports' Rick Cordella reflects on the leadership transition, praising Matt Strauss' deep experience and commitment to sports. Strauss will oversee sports as chairman of NBCUniversal Media Group. Having worked together at Peacock, Cordella is confident Strauss' leadership will drive continued growth and success for NBCUniversal's sports portfolio. #SBJMI #NBCUniversal #SportsGrowth #MattStrauss

Colie Edison, Senior VP & Chief Growth Officer of the WNBA, shared updates on the league’s media rights deal ?? After securing a groundbreaking $200 million, 11-year deal, the WNBA is already looking ahead to its next phase. Edison highlighted the focus on revisiting platforms like ION and CBS, as well as exploring new partnerships, with the potential for even more significant revenue in the future. #SBJMI #WNBA #MediaRights #SportsBusiness #Growth #Partnerships #Innovation

“No, we’re not worried.” Brian Rolapp, NFL’s Chief Media and Business Officer, discusses the upcoming Christmas Day doubleheader and the preparation behind it. With extensive collaboration with Netflix, the NFL is ready to deliver another major event. #SBJMI #MediaInnovators #NFL #SportsBusiness #Media