LeBron James Could Team Up With Obamas, Peyton Manning Ahead Of 2023-2024 NBA Season: Here's Why Sports Fans, Netflix Investors Should Be Excited
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Netflix Inc (NASDAQ:NFLX) is in talks with NBA star LeBron James, former NFL star Peyton Manning, and the Obamas to create a series similar to the successful 'Quarterback' series. The new series would follow the lives of several NBA players on and off the court. The Obamas have a first-look deal for Higher Ground Productions with Netflix, and James has a history with Netflix through his SpringHill production company. SpringHill has also signed first-look deals with Walt Disney Co (NYSE:DIS) and Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCSA).
October 24, 2023 | 10:54 pm
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Netflix is in talks to create a new NBA series with LeBron James, Peyton Manning, and the Obamas. This could boost viewership and subscriptions.
The potential new series could attract a large audience given the popularity of the individuals involved and the success of the 'Quarterback' series. This could lead to increased viewership and subscriptions for Netflix.
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SpringHill, co-owned by LeBron James, has a first-look deal with Comcast. The potential new NBA series could indirectly benefit Comcast.
While the potential new NBA series is primarily associated with Netflix, SpringHill's first-look deal with Comcast could indirectly benefit the company if the series is successful and leads to further collaborations.
CONFIDENCE 70
IMPORTANCE 60
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SpringHill, co-owned by LeBron James, has a first-look deal with Disney. The potential new NBA series could indirectly benefit Disney.
While the potential new NBA series is primarily associated with Netflix, SpringHill's first-look deal with Disney could indirectly benefit the company if the series is successful and leads to further collaborations.
CONFIDENCE 70
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RELEVANCE 50