NBA

The NBA, or National Basketball Association, is a professional basketball league in North America composed of 30 teams. It is one of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada and is widely considered one of the premier basketball leagues in the world. The NBA was founded on June 6, 1946, as the Basketball Association of America (BAA) and later merged with the National Basketball League (NBL) in 1949, adopting its current name. The league features a regular season followed by playoffs, culminating in the NBA Finals, where the two conference champions compete for the championship title. The NBA is known for showcasing high-level athletic talent and has a significant global following, contributing to the popularity of basketball worldwide. It also promotes events such as the NBA All-Star Game, where top players are selected to compete in various contests.