NBA

The NBA, or National Basketball Association, is a professional basketball league in North America composed of 30 teams. It is widely recognized as one of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada, and it is considered the premier men’s professional basketball league in the world. The league was founded in New York City on June 6, 1946, as the Basketball Association of America (BAA) before merging with the National Basketball League (NBL) in 1949 and adopting the NBA name. The NBA’s regular season runs from October to April, with teams competing for playoff positions leading to the NBA Finals, where the conference champions compete for the championship title. The league features some of the most talented basketball players globally and has a significant cultural impact, influencing sports and entertainment worldwide.