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NBA Games Average 2.02M Viewers Across NBCUniversal, ESPN/ABC, Prime Video

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NBA games across NBCUniversal, ESPN/ABC, and Prime Video are averaging 2.02 million viewers this season. That number represents an 18% increase from last year. When including NBA TV, which is carrying fewer games this season, the number jumps to a 47% increase. ESPN games were averaging 2.6 million viewers through Christmas, up 35% from last year and only trailing the 2010-11 season at this point in the schedule.

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Northwest Notes: Avdija, R. Williams, Shorthanded Nuggets, Edwards, Randle, C. Williams

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Rockets forward Tari Eason derisively stated this week that the difficulty in defending Deni Avdija has to do with “zebras,” referring to officials. The Trail Blazers forward leads the NBA in free throw attempts (386) and free throws made (309). Avdija commented on Eason’s claim about getting favorable treatment. “That made me laugh, for real,” […]

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Trae Young Wants To Experience New Team, City Before Talking New Contract

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Trae Young is still adjusting to having been traded to the Washington Wizards. He's excited for the new opportunity in Washington, but doesn't want to think too much about his next contract before he's experienced his new team and city. "I'm obviously always where my feet are, especially now. My feet are all here right now. I obviously have a player option this summer. I just want to enjoy the city. Right now, who knows what that would be? It's a good chance. You never know if I'll be here or...

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