Chris Heck, president of business operations for the Philadelphia 76ers, discusses the NBA playing a game in London. He also talks the league's jump into esports.
The Philadelphia 76ers are taking on the Boston Celtics in a matchup of two of the league's most storied franchises. Heck is excited for both the 76ers' future and the league's, saying the NBA is the most popular league in the world.
Eighteen teams in the NBA have ventured into esports, with Heck noting the 76ers were the very first. He promises the league is "all in" when it comes to esports.
American officials expressed disappointment Monday after learning that bobsled, skeleton and luge events will not be held in Italy during the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympics, a move that means athletes from those sports will likely be competing in either Austria or Switzerland during the games.
A memo sent ahead of the new season said that on-ice uniforms and gear for games, warmups and official team practices cannot be altered to reflect theme nights, which include Pride.
