While in Paris, Adam Silver discussed numerous subjects, whether it was TV rights, future meetings in the capital, or even the future of the NBA tournament. Overall, this first edition of the “In-Season Tournament” was a success with audiences increasing compared to classic regular season matches. As a result, there will be a season 2.
“We are happy with the success after the first season, and there is no doubt that we will return next year, probably with some adjustments” warns NBA commissioner. “Then, by talking with our TV partners and determining the best time of year, we may be able to make further changes to the format. These are things we will look at. »
New projects in the pipeline
We should also expect that the “In-Season Tournament” will change its name, or that the flashy design of the courts will be debated.
“We just came out of a meeting in the United States with all the franchise presidents and we discussed potential changes to the tournament” Silver announces. “From the tie-breakers to the appearance of the courts, to the name of the tournament as a whole. We are thinking about all this. »
And Silver warns that we should expect other new features in the years to come… “With the play-in, which we consider a success, and therefore the “in-season tournament”, a lot of things are changing around us and this gives us a little more freedom with our teams to consider other forms of play. 'innovation. Both initiatives have generated some resistance, which is understandable, and nothing happens without agitation. But I think we now recognize that people consume media in different ways, that the game is becoming more global, and that we need to consider other things. »
