消息來源: Brian Windhorst(對 我知道他不太好 但他同事都有轉發應該OK)
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In a move that is perhaps both game-changer and tipping point, the Phoenix
Suns and Phoenix Mercury have struck a deal that removes their long-held
television rights from cable.
Starting with their next seasons, the teams' games will be broadcast for free
over-the-air and streamed online on a new direct-to-consumer service.
The teams' contract with Bally Sports Arizona, where their games have been
shown on cable since 2003, has expired and will not be renewed. The games
instead will be available on local Arizona television stations in Phoenix,
Tucson and Yuma and streaming firm Kiswe on a new platform.
The shift could cost the Suns tens of millions in guaranteed money per year
in the short term, but it will boost the number of households the games are
available in from around 800,000 to more than 2.8 million, according to the
team.
鳳凰城太陽與水星做出了可能是改變生態的一個重大決定