Is it an Internet Thing, or the NBA is really Dying?

[Meowth tote da Uzi]

Bunch of youtubers been saying that too, and the numbers not lying.

 

[SchoolboyC]

It’s not dying, not even a little bit, people are just dramatic. Just signed a record TV deal, had their highest attendance ever last season, team values higher than ever, social media engagement higher than ever

Ratings are down in the U.S. for several reasons but it’s not the first time the NBA’s had a dip. The league isn’t going anywhere

 

[Pazzy]

The American Empire in general is dying so expect all these institutions that represent it to die as well

 

[Peauxboy]

I’ve been to a few pelicans game last year. Aside from a three point shootout both teams started mid game, the most entertaining part was watching the kids get their shine on the Jumbotron, doing the trip out.

 

[UpNext]

If the NBA was dying it'd be reflected in the contracts and salary cap. That's the canary in the coal mine. Just pay attention to what dudes are making in 2025.

 

[Elim Garak]

The NBA is not dying, moronic casuals' attention spans are dropping. It's the same in the music industry. An album will drop, people "talk" about for about a week, then move on

Let's not pretend the league isn't boring right now though lmao.

 

[Geek Nasty]

I’m a casual i don't watch at all anymore. Games seem lifeless probably because the hardcore fans are priced out. And the commercials . Same with all the big sports though

The stacked teams hurts too

 

[Yinny]

I’m sure games being on so many different networks plus blackouts don’t help, it’s infuriating

 

[Bigblackted4]

Basketball in the US is on a slow decline, but all sports not named UFC, F1, and NFL are in a slow decline.

UFC not doing the same as it was either

 

[cyndaquil]

Dying is a strong word, it’s gotten kinda boring and stale because everyone attempts to play the same. I haven’t watch a full game at all this season. To be honest, I play 2K MyNBA mode and just create a more entertaining league to watch.

Cade Cunningham pistons in mynba
Easily my favorite team to rebuild with

 

[UpNext]

"The NBA is boring right now." - folks who grew up watching this

2004 NBA Eastern Conference Finals Game 6: Pacers vs Pistons, June 1, 2004 | Basketball-Reference.com

IND (65) vs DET (69). Get the box score, shot charts and play by play summary of the Pacers vs Pistons Game 6, June 1, 2004.

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[315]

@Gil Scott-Heroin about to come in here throwing chairs

 

[TRUEST]

There’s only so many different ways to dunk a ball. When they start allowing and1 type styles , then it will be revived. That’s their only hope.

 

[KingDanz]

i hate the 3 point shooting honestly no team has identity anymore

 

[GreenGhxst]

they dont play hard early season

I love late season play and playoffs

i don't care to watch until like game 60ish