The shift over the past 40 years toward acknowledging issues of race and politics occurred largely because the NBA's fan base and audience changed. Instead of sidestepping, the NBA embraces social change, despite conservative pushback.
In 1980, NBA leaned towards color-blindness. Today, its fan base includes younger left-leaning Americans and a globally diverse audience, prompting open advocacy for social justice.
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