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NBA targets Asian resurgence with technology and talent push
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- Southeast Asia has emerged as one of the NBA's fastest-growing markets for fan engagement, making the region a focal point for both player development and business expansion.
- Video views across NBA Asia's social media platforms increased 88% year-on-year, according to data supplied by the league to CNBC.
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A little over a week after the New York Knicks paraded through lower Manhattan celebrating their historic 2026 Championship win over the San Antonio Spurs, the NBA has set its sights on an ambitious target: Southeast Asia.
The decision to stage both a Rising Stars Invitational tournament – at which high school teams from across Asia showcase their skills, with top performers invited to future NBA development camps – and an accompanying investor conference in Singapore is no coincidence.
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