NBA

NBA stands for the National Basketball Association, which is a professional basketball league in North America composed of 30 teams. It is widely regarded as one of the premier men’s professional basketball leagues in the world. The NBA was founded in New York City on June 6, 1946, originally as the Basketball Association of America (BAA) before merging with the National Basketball League (NBL) in 1949 and adopting its current name. The league operates under a regular season format followed by playoffs, culminating in the NBA Finals, where the top teams compete for the championship title. The NBA is known for its high level of competition, attracting elite talent from around the globe and contributing to the popularity of basketball worldwide.