Bloomberg Business of Sports

Amazon and Diamond Sports Strike a Deal, Jay Williams on Documenting Athletes

Join hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. Bloomberg News Distressed Debt reporter Erin Hudson talks about Diamond Sports Group reaching a restructuring deal with its debt holders and Amazon. Plus, Bloomberg News global business reporter Ira Boudway on the NBA's new national TV contract and why everyone is looking to get a piece of the action.  And longtime ESPN basketball analyst, radio host and now co-founder of Improbable Media, Jay Williams talks about his partnership with Giannis Antetokounmpo and the state of NCAA Basketball.  CORRECTION: Initially uploaded a shortened version of Jay Williams interview. Edited to include the full conversation.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower follow the money in the world of sports, taking listeners inside decisions that power the multibillion dollar industry. From media and technology to finance and real estate, leagues and teams across the globe have matured into far more than just back-page entertainment. The show explains the money behind the final score.