The NBA, or National Basketball Association, is a professional basketball league in North America, consisting of 30 teams. It is one of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada and is widely regarded as the premier men’s professional basketball league in the world. The league was founded on June 6, 1946, as the Basketball Association of America (BAA) before merging with the National Basketball League (NBL) in 1949 and adopting the NBA name.
Teams in the NBA are divided into two conferences: the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference, each further divided into three divisions. The NBA regular season typically runs from October to April, followed by playoffs that culminate in the NBA Finals, where the two conference champions compete for the championship title.
The league is known for its high level of athleticism, talent, and entertainment, featuring some of the best basketball players globally. The NBA also has a significant cultural impact, influencing music, fashion, and global sports.
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