ESPN's NBA Finals Coverage Was A Pretty Rough Watch | Defector
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The article criticizes ESPN's NBA Finals coverage, highlighting the ineffective performances of known analysts like Kendrick Perkins and Stephen A. Smith. Bob Myers' remark about yelling not equating to truth emphasizes the show's lack of insight. Despite the retention of broadcasting rights, next season's lineup will differ significantly, as ESPN plans to integrate the popular TNT crew, likely to improve the disappointing NBA Countdown show. This change is eagerly anticipated, as fans find the current format underwhelming and reminiscent of better times with other broadcasters.
"Just because you yell something, doesn't mean it's true," he said.
ESPN's NBA Finals broadcast was the last edition under the existing TV deal, and though the Worldwide Leader retained those rights in the new agreement, the setup will look different next season out of necessity.
With every halftime visit to the desk, I was scrambling for the mute button like Tony Reali.
The problem with NBA Countdown is that it's clearly striving to be Inside the NBA.
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