Disney in talks with major sports leagues about potential ESPN ownership stakes amid streaming transition

ESPN has had preliminary discussions with NFL, NBA, MLB about becoming minority investors in ESPN.
Talks explore new partnership structures as Disney seeks strategic allies for ESPN's streaming shift.
NBA and Disney discussing media rights renewal terms as current deal approaches expiration.
Disney exploring options including selling a stake in ESPN to aid transition from linear TV to streaming.
Goals include making ESPN a central streaming hub for live sports and boosting exclusive content.