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The 2020 NBA Finals Ratings Are Historically Bad. But Why?
Saturday, October 10, 2020 - 4:27pm | 686Ratings for the NBA Finals are at an all-time low. While some have pointed the finger at the boycott by players and a social justice movement as the reason for the decline, it could be a number of factors impacting viewership. NBA Viewership Setting Records: The NBA finals are seeing 48% less...
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Under Armour's Poor Product Segmentation In A Moderate Channel Will Pressure Sales, Margins
Thursday, June 15, 2017 - 10:33am | 390Under Armour Inc (NYSE: UAA)'s stock is in the midst of a brief rally partly due to expectations of a surge in demand for basketball shoes, especially after the company's most notable basketball superstar Steph Curry won his second NBA champion title. But some among the Street aren't buying the...
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Under Armour In The Midst Of An NBA Finals Rally
Monday, June 12, 2017 - 3:37pm | 496Who says what happens in the media on a day-to-day basis doesn't impact individual stocks? Look no further than the recent rally in shares of Under Armour Inc (NYSE: UAA). Keep in mind, the stock is a casualty on the prolonged retail route, and as of late, there has been rotation out of some...
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The Comeback Story Of This Year's NBA Finals? Steph Curry's Sneaker Line
Wednesday, June 7, 2017 - 4:31pm | 497Nearly every signature shoe release from Under Armour Inc. (NYSE: UAA) Steph Curry’s line has been blasted on social media. After debuting the latest model, the Curry 4, in the first game of the NBA Finals, it appears Under Armour may have finally gotten one right. Better Days Ahead Wells...
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Chef Curry's Performing Well Despite Harsh Criticism
Tuesday, June 21, 2016 - 4:44pm | 321Despite the Golden State Warriors loss in Game 7 of the NBA Finals, Under Armour Inc (NYSE: UA) still garnered incredible momentum the year, and Curry's popularity isn't slowing down anytime soon. Under Armour got a lot of criticism for the design for the "Chef" Curry 2 Lows,...
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ABC Sees Record Ratings As Cavaliers Win Historic Championship
Tuesday, June 21, 2016 - 6:34am | 217Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS) ABC's summer has been stellar so far thanks in large part to the NBA Finals and a rematch between the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers. On Sunday night, the best-of-seven game series wrapped up in nail-biting fashion and over 30 million people tuned...
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Nike Reigns Supreme With NBA Finals Win
Monday, June 20, 2016 - 6:38pm | 327The 52-year championship drought is over for Cleveland. LeBron James winning a championship for his hometown in record fashion was just one of the major highlights seen in basketball this year. Cleveland overcame a 3-1 series deficit, a feat that never been done before. Leading up to Game 7, this...
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Kyrie Irving Set To Receive A Boost After Finals Performance
Monday, June 20, 2016 - 6:06pm | 303No one can deny that Cleveland Cavaliers Kyrie Irving had a huge series. Irving essentially sealed the deal Sunday night, hitting a big three pointer in the final minute of the game to give Cleveland the lead and eventual NBA Championship. Irving's marketability will undoubtedly receive a...
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What Kind Of Playoff Return Did The Cavs Get From LeBron's $23.5 Million Salary?
Monday, June 20, 2016 - 4:19pm | 273LeBron James just reclaimed his throne atop the NBA by defeating Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors in a dramatic NBA Finals. He also delivered the city of Cleveland its first championship season in more than 50 years. The Cleveland Cavaliers likely now view LeBron’s $23.5 million...
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CBS' New Series 'BrainDead' Gets Roughed Up By Basketball Finals In Debut
Wednesday, June 15, 2016 - 8:36am | 305The summer season has officially begun on TV, and Monday night saw two more entries into the fray. However, it may take a few weeks to really see if they can hold a crowd. CBS Corporation (NYSE: CBS)'s high-profile "BrainDead," from the creators of "The Good Wife," kicked off the network's roster...
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LeBron Leads Cavs To Big Game 3 Win; Nike's Stock Gets A Boost
Thursday, June 9, 2016 - 12:53pm | 130Nike Inc (NYSE: NKE) shares are trading higher by $0.91 (1.6 percent) at $55.03 in Thursday's session. One possible catalyst for the rally may be the Cleveland Cavaliers impressive victory over Golden State Warriors in Game 3 of the NBA Finals. The Cavs are led by Nike client LeBron James....
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NBA Finals Pit Under Armour's Curry Against Nike's LeBron
Friday, June 3, 2016 - 10:02am | 354Steph Curry led his Golden State Warriors to a 104-89 victory of LeBron James' Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday to take Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Meanwhile, investors and traders are likely looking at the finals from a business perspective as many basketball fans will likely purchase gear and...
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NBA Finals Register Historic TV Ratings For Disney's ABC
Thursday, June 18, 2015 - 10:52am | 286Tuesday night marked a historical event for the Golden State Warriors, as the team rallied against LeBron James' Cleveland Cavaliers to win its first NBA championship since 1975. But Tuesday was also a landmark night for Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS), as its ABC television network garnered its...
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LeBron James Gives Teammates Apple Watches Prior To NBA Finals
Monday, June 8, 2015 - 2:19pm | 367LeBron James’ 11 assists during the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 95-93 NBA Finals Game 2 victory over the Golden State Warriors certainly demonstrate the four-time MVP’s on-court generosity with the basketball. However, Northeast Ohio Media Group reported this week on just how generous...
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10 Of The Most Expensive Sporting Events Of All Time
Monday, February 3, 2014 - 7:44am | 136Would you pay $60,000 to watch the NBA Finals in person? Most people (even the wealthiest traders) will probably say "no." Those fees may be a paltry sum to a successful hedge fund manager, but only the most diehard sports fan would be willing to part with that much money for one night of...