NBA

NBA stands for the National Basketball Association, which is a professional basketball league in North America. It is widely considered one of the premier men’s professional basketball leagues in the world. The league consists of 30 teams, primarily located in the United States and one team in Canada. 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 to become the NBA. The league features high levels of competition and is known for its significant cultural impact, global reach, and the popularity of its players. The NBA season culminates in the playoffs and the NBA Finals, where the two conference champions compete for the championship title.