Warner Bros. Discovery Challenges NBA's New Media Deals

WBD invokes matching rights to retain NBA coverage, potentially setting up a legal showdown with the league.

WBD matches Amazon's $1.8 billion annual bid to keep broadcasting NBA games.
NBA's new deals with Disney, NBC, and Amazon are valued at $76 billion over 11 years.
NBC's agreement includes 100 regular-season games and key playoff coverage.
Amazon's deal features upfront payments and a focus on streaming.
Charles Barkley's future on 'Inside the NBA' remains uncertain amid these negotiations.