NBA

NBA stands for “National Basketball Association,” which is a professional basketball league in North America. It is composed of 30 teams, primarily located in the United States but also including one team from Canada. The league is one of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada and is widely considered to be the premier men’s professional basketball league in the world. Founded in New York City on June 6, 1946, as the Basketball Association of America (BAA), it merged with the National Basketball League (NBL) in 1949 to become the NBA. The league is known for its high level of athletic skill, entertainment value, and global reach, with millions of fans worldwide. The NBA season includes regular-season games, playoffs, and the NBA Finals, where the champion is determined. Players, teams, and the league itself have significant cultural and economic influence, with NBA stars often regarded as global icons.