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NBA

Advertising Impacts you can expect

2.1

billion

All-Star Weekend Impressions

Across digital and social

214

countries

Broadcast Reach

Global NBA coverage

30

teams

Across the US & Canada

Each with unique inventory

1.3

billion

Social Media Followers

Across league & players

1230

games

Per Season

Excluding playoffs

Advertise in the NBA — the world’s premier basketball league. With over 214 broadcast territories and billions of impressions, NBA campaigns deliver global impact and cultural influence.

Explore courtside LED, player endorsements, and in-arena activations to connect with basketball’s most influential audiences.

Explore opportunities with NBA

From opening night to the Finals, NBA advertising offers high-energy visibility and multi-platform scale. Let WSA help you craft elite-level activations with measurable ROI.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertise on Courtside LED Signage

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Courtside LED Signage

Visible throughout live games and highlight reels, courtside LED offers high-frequency exposure in every arena. Perfect for brands seeking premium visibility across NBA and CBA broadcasts.

Courtside LED Signage: $250,000 – $3M per season

Venue Branding: $500,000 – $10M per season

Arena Naming Rights: $5M – $50M per year

Advertise on Jersey Sponsorships & Apparel

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Jersey Sponsorships & Apparel

NBA jersey patches place your brand front and centre on globally followed athletes. With in-game presence and merchandising opportunities, this is elite advertising in motion.

Jersey Patch Sponsorships: $5M – $20M per season

Official Teamwear Partnerships: $1M – $8M per season

Advertise on Player Partnerships & Endorsements

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Player Partnerships & Endorsements

From social content to apparel campaigns, player partnerships provide direct access to engaged fanbases and viral storytelling opportunities.

Player Ambassadors: $500,000 – $10M per year

Individual Player Endorsements: $250,000 – $5M+ per deal

Advertise on Fan Zone & Arena Activations

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Fan Zone & Arena Activations

Create real-world impact with branded experiences, VIP lounges, and in-arena product showcases. These placements amplify recall before, during, and after the buzzer.

Fan Zone Branding / Interactive Installations: $100,000 – $1M per season

Corporate Hospitality Packages: $10,000 – $500,000 per season

Esports / NBA2K League Activations: $50,000 – $750,000 per season

Advertise on Digital & Social Media Campaigns

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Digital & Social Media Campaigns

Leverage the NBA's powerful digital presence to engage millions of fans through targeted social media content, influencer partnerships, and immersive digital activations. Ideal for brands aiming for dynamic online visibility.

Social Media Content Creation: $25,000 – $500,000 per campaign

Branded Team Content Series (YouTube, TikTok): $50,000 – $400,000+ per season

basketball Ambassadors

LeBron James as Brand Ambassador - World Sports Advertising
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LeBron James

LeBron James is a basketball icon, entrepreneur, and cultural leader. A four-time NBA champion, his influence extends far beyond sport — into entertainment, philanthropy, and business.

Stephen Curry as Brand Ambassador - World Sports Advertising
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Stephen Curry

Stephen Curry revolutionised basketball with his shooting range and playmaking flair. A global role model, he’s known for his family-friendly image, brand appeal, and four NBA championships.

Giannis Antetokounmpo as Brand Ambassador - World Sports Advertising
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Giannis Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounmpo, the “Greek Freak,” blends power and grace on the court. A two-time MVP, he’s admired for his humility, work ethic, and pan-European and African appeal.

About NBA

NBA: Global Entertainment Meets Elite Advertising

The NBA is more than just basketball — it's a cultural phenomenon with fans in over 200 countries. From sold-out arenas in the US to primetime broadcasts in Asia and Europe, the league offers unparalleled global exposure. With star power, style, and non-stop highlights, the NBA connects brands with audiences that are young, urban, and digitally engaged.

NBA arena during a live game

Advertising in the NBA means access to courtside LED boards, jersey patch sponsorships, and branded integrations across social media and streaming platforms. Its All-Star events, playoffs, and international games create moments where brands can truly shine.

Brand visibility on NBA court and player kits

For brands looking to tap into global culture, elite sport, and digital-first fandom, the NBA is a slam dunk opportunity.

NBA FAQs

News & Case Studies

Basketball

Booking.com and NBA: A Slam Dunk for Sports Tourism

12 June 2025, 3 min read

Booking.com teams up with the NBA and WNBA to enhance sports tourism—offering seamless travel for fans and promoting inclusion across pro basketball events.``

Booking.com and NBA: A Slam Dunk for Sports Tourism

Informational

12 Underrated Sports Leagues That Could Power Your Next Advertising Win

11 August 2025, 6 min read

From Eredivisie to the World Padel Tour, discover 12 sports leagues with loyal fans, high engagement and untapped advertising potential. These platforms can help your brand shine.

12 Underrated Sports Leagues That Could Power Your Next Advertising Win

Football

Football advertising playbook for brands

29 August 2025, 7 min read

A practical guide to football advertising formats, from perimeter LEDs and virtual overlays to social content, partnerships and fan activations. See where each format fits, what it’s good for, and how to stitch them into one campaign that actually moves the ne

Football advertising playbook for brands

Football

A Bold New Era Begins Liverpool FC & Adidas Reunite

28 August 2025, 3 min read

Liverpool FC has re-entered a 10-year kit partnership with adidas, marking the return of the iconic three-stripe manufacturer from 1 August 2025. The new home and away kits—classic yet modern—have already broken club records for demand and engagement.

A Bold New Era Begins Liverpool FC & Adidas Reunite