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Miami Herald
31 minutes ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
New details on NBA's television plan, impact on Heat and what to expect next season
For many viewers, watching the Heat on television became significantly more expensive last season, when Comcast Xfinity — South Florida's dominant cable provider — placed FanDuel Sports Sun on a tier that charges subscribers about $20 per month. And now, as the league begins a partnership with two streaming services, watching Heat games might again become a bit more expensive this season, depending on the whims of the league and multiple rights-holders, and also depending on whether you currently subscribe to two major streaming services. According to league and network sources, a significant number of the Amazon Prime Video and Peacock games this season — the first of an 11-year deal — will be exclusive, meaning they cannot be televised by regional sports networks. Some of the Amazon and Peacock games will be permitted to be carried by RSNs. Fans of each team won't know how many games will be 'lost' to Amazon and Peacock until the schedule is announced sometime in Auguest. Also, all NBC games will be exclusive in the new deal, and all ABC games (and select ESPN games) also will remain exclusive. In the past deal, TNT — which is exiting NBA game coverage — had exclusivity for Thursday night games and playoff games beginning in the second round. Amazon Prime Video costs $14.99 per month or $139.99 per year. Peacock, NBC's streaming service, is priced at $5.99 per month. If you're a Heat fan who already subscribes to both, there won' t be any added costs. There would be added costs only if you don't subscribe to either, and if any Heat games are among the exclusive-only Amazon or Peacock packages. For some, the greater impact will be felt in the playoffs, when every game — including those on Amazon Prime and Peacock — will be exclusive. In past years, FanDuel Sports Sun could carry first-round Heat playoff games that aren't on ABC. That's no longer the case. Also, if the Heat is relegated to the play-in tournament for a fourth consecutive season, those games will be available only on Amazon Prime, as opposed to ESPN and TNT in past years. And some games of the early-season NBA Cup tournament — including the semifinals and finals — also will be exclusive to Amazon Prime. Here's what to know about when games will be aired or streamed: ▪ Amazon, which has a 66-game regular-season package, will carry NBA games on Friday nights until the NFL regular-season ends, and then will stream games on Thursday and Friday nights. Amazon also will have some Saturday afternoon games. ▪ Peacock will carry a doubleheader on Mondays. ▪ ESPN, which aired games mostly on Wednesdays and Fridays in the previous contract, now will carry games on Wednesdays and some Fridays. ABC will continue to televise games on Saturday nights (after football season) and Sunday afternoons and Christmas. ▪ NBC will carry a Sunday night game after NFL season ends and will air a Tuesday night game all season. NBC is trying an unprecedented approach on Tuesdays: One game will air on NBC affiliates in the Eastern and Central time zones on Tuesdays, and a different game (originating from the West) will air on NBC affiliates in the Mountain and Western time zones. Both games will be available on Peacock. That clever strategy means games will air in prime time on both coasts and keeps local stations from needing to pre-empt local news. But it also means that some appealing inter-conference games — such as the Lakers vs. the Knicks — likely cannot be scheduled on Tuesdays. But according to a source, NBC will carry two games in the entire country — on NBC — on opening night, like TNT has in past years. That essentially opens up any possible matchup for NBC on opening night. NBA talent news So why didn't NBC hire Dwyane Wade after using him alongside Noah Eagle on men's basketball Olympic broadcasts last year? According to a source, NBC offered Wade a job on its primary studio set, but Wade did not want to travel every week from his Los Angeles area home to NBC's studios in Stamford, Connecticut. Instead, NBC opted for Carmelo Anthony (who lives in the Stamford area) and Vince Carter; both will work with host Maria Taylor on Sunday night and Tuesday night games. Wade instead opted for a job with Amazon, where he can call some games and make some studio appearances in Culver City, California, which is near his home. ▪ Expect Mike Tirico, NBC's lead voice, to work a lot with Reggie Miller. Though Jamal Crawford has been identified by NBC as its co-lead analyst, the network will see how this season goes before determining whether Crawford will be paired with Tirico and Miller on a conference finals next season. Noah Eagle will be NBC's other primary NBA announcer, and Terry Gannon — a longtime NBC golf and Olympics announcer — will be the network's No. 3 play-by-play voice. To some, Gannon is best known as a sharp-shooting guard on North Carolina State's Cinderella NCAA championship team that beat Hakeem Olajuwon's Houston Cougars in 1983. Gannon was quite capable as a college basketball play-by-play man and analyst early in his career. Gannon and Grant Hill will be among those calling games on Peacock; Ahmed Fareed has been named host for Monday night Peacock games. ▪ Amazon has assembled a very deep talent lineup, in some ways better than ESPN's group. Play-by-play: Ian Eagle, Kevin Harlan, Wolves TV voice Michael Grady, Hornets TV voice Eric Collins.. Analysts: Stan Van Gundy, Brent Barry, Dell Curry; D-Wade, Steve Nash, Candace Parker will split time between games and studio. (Eagle and Harlan obviously keep their CBS NFL and college basketball jobs as well.) Studio: Rooks, Dirk Nowitzki, Udonis Haslem and Blake Griffin, with some appearances by Wade, Nash and Parker. News note Former South Florida radio personality Joy Taylor, sister of UM assistant coach and Dolphins legend Jason Taylor, lost her FS-1 job this week as part of major changes at the network. FS-1 canceled three shows, including Taylor's 'Speak' – which she co-hosted with Paul Pierce and Keyshawn Johnson, as well as 'The Facility' (which featured former NFL players James Jones, Chase Daniel, Emmanuel Acho and LeSean McCoy) and 'Breakfast Ball' (which featured former NFL player Mark Schlereth).
Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'The Boys' Jack Quaid Recalls ‘Crazy' Tom Holland Meeting: 'Spider-Man Knows Who I Am'
It's not every day you get to meet Spider-Man in real life, or at least the man who portrays him, Tom Holland. That moment is enough to catch some fellow stars off guard, as The Boys actor Jack Quaid proved. During a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Quaid, who plays Hughie in the show, opened up about several topics, and one specific incident he highlighted was the type of moment fans love. While there's certainly no shortage of celebrities around the world who have watched the popular Amazon Prime Video series The Boys, Quaid was left a bit stunned by the fact that the Spider-Man star was among the show's viewers. "I remember meeting Tom Holland very briefly at a party once, and he was like, 'Oh, The Boys.' And I was like, 'There's no way that Spider-Man knows who I am. That's crazy,'" Quaid explained. The Boys has become beloved by fans, and not surprisingly, it seems the show has plenty of fans who also work in Hollywood. While the excitement surrounding the show has remained high throughout its first four seasons, it has now built up to its final season, which has generated immense intrigue. Season 5 of The Boys has now wrapped filming, and it appears on track for its expected 2026 release. The anti-superhero show has received a certified fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes for each of its first four seasons, with the previous three all hitting a critics' score of 92 percent or higher. Seasons 2 and 3 lead the way, with critic ratings of 97 and 98 percent, respectively. Season 1 of The Boys checked in with the highest marks from fans, with an impressive 91 percent score on the fan-focused Popcornmeter, based on more than 5,000 ratings. As for Holland in his beloved role as Spider-Man, which he has played since 2016, he's set to reprise the role in the upcoming film Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which has a release date of July 31, 2026.'The Boys' Jack Quaid Recalls 'Crazy' Tom Holland Meeting: 'Spider-Man Knows Who I Am' first appeared on Men's Journal on Jul 3, 2025 Solve the daily Crossword
Time of India
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3: BTS V's FRI(END)S sets the tone for premiere as Belly returns to make her final choice
The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 is finally here! The hit coming-of-age romance based on Jenny Han's bestselling book trilogy, premiered on July 16 on Amazon Prime Video. As Belly (Lola Tung) returns to Cousins Beach, she once again finds herself torn between brothers Conrad (Christopher Briney) and Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno), all while navigating the weight of adulthood and a life-changing decision. While Taylor Swift songs have become a staple in the series, K-pop fans were pleasantly surprised when BTS V aka Kim Taehyung's soulful solo track FRI(END)S began playing in the very first episode, setting the tone for the emotional ride ahead. BTS V's 'FRI(END)S' plays in The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 Episode 1 In the season 3 premiere, fans got a surprise when BTS V's solo track FRI(END)S played during a key romantic scene. The soft, soulful song underscored the tension and laughter among the characters, sparking a frenzy online as ARMYs and The Summer I Turned Pretty fans flooded social media with reactions, clips, and excitement. [INFO] FRIENDS by V was played on Episode 1 of the last season of the Hit American prime show 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' Recap: Where did The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 2 leave off? At the end of season 2, Belly seemingly moved on from her first love, Conrad, choosing instead to be with Jeremiah. But the past, as always, has a way of resurfacing. Just when she thought she had made peace with her decision, Conrad reappears - forcing Belly to once again confront her deepest feelings. The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 plot: A love triangle on the edge of adulthood The new season takes viewers back to Cousins Beach, where Belly returns after completing her junior year of college. What was meant to be a peaceful summer with Jeremiah quickly shifts course when her first love, Conrad, suddenly comes back into the picture. Now on the cusp of adulthood, Belly finds herself once again caught between the two brothers. With old emotions resurfacing and difficult choices ahead, this final summer could alter the course of their lives forever. Oh we're SO BACK Episode release schedule for The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 July 16: Episodes 1 and 2 released on Prime Video Wednesdays weekly: New episodes will drop every Wednesday, deviating from previous binge-style drops. With BTS V's FRI(END)S kicking things off, season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty promises to be its most emotional, romantic, and unforgettable chapter yet. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral follow Indiatimes Trending.
Metro
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Jeremy Clarkson launching 'ruthless' Who Wants To Be A Millionaire ITV spin-off
ITV has announced that Jeremy Clarkson will be presenting a 'brutal' new Who Wants To Be A Millionaire spin-off series. The 65-year-old has been keeping busy on Diddly Squat Farm after the fourth season of his hit Amazon Prime Video series dropped in May. However, it appears the former Top Gear star will have his hands full presenting 18 episodes of a new game show. Based on the classic quiz, Millionaire Hot Seat will see six players compete against the clock and one another as they answer questions in a bid to win a big cash prize. The format – which has been described as a fast-paced version of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire – will see contestants queue for the Hot Seat where one person at a time will face Jeremy. They then have to answer questions on the Million Pound Money Ladder. If they answer a question correctly they are allowed to move up the ladder, but a wrong answer will see them kicked out. The passed question is then given to the next player who has to answer it correctly to stay in the game. In a ruthless twist, only the top prize left on the ladder can be won and the player answering the question has to get it right to take it home. Filming for the show is set to begin this November, with it hitting UK screens in 2026. The format has already proved to be popular in Australia, where more than 2,500 episodes have been filmed. But it appears the classic format of the show is still also a hit with ITV bosses, who have ordered 19 more episodes, including seven celebrity specials. ITV boss Katie Rawcliffe said in a statement: 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire has reached 18 million viewers on ITV so far this year alone. 'Commissioning a new spin off format to further capitalise on the brand's success and popularity was a no brainer, especially with Millionaire Hot Seat already doing so well in other territories also.' Meanwhile, Matthew Worthy, co-CEO of Stellify Media who produce the series, added: 'It is an honour to produce Millionaire for ITV. 'Millionaire Hot Seat is the main show's cheeky younger sibling, and gives us more Jeremy, enjoying more money-ladder moments – but with a whole new tone, pace, and feel.' More Trending This comes after Jeremy brazenly revealed his new beer advert that was 'banned' on TV and radio. The Clarkson's Farm star hired a 34-strong choir of farmers to sing a classic opera tune about his Diddly Squat Farm's Hawkstone lager, who swear throughout throughout. After learning that the advert is 'not compliant' with broadcasting regulations, the former Top Gear presenter hit out at the advertising authorities for being the 'fun police'. View More » Millionaire Hot Seat will air on ITV in 2026. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: 'Sensational' sci-fi thriller now free to stream for the first time on ITVX MORE: I'm a TV critic – I was so wrong about Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters MORE: ITV's new series where celebrities dive with sharks leaves viewers 'questioning their sanity'
News18
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Anupamaa's Sudhanshu Pandey Says He Grew Up In A 30-Room Haveli: 'We Were Middle Class'
Last Updated: Sudhanshu Pandey shares how growing up with middle-class values in a 30-room mansion in Gorakhpur shaped his journey in showbiz. Sudhanshu Pandey has been part of the entertainment world for decades, trying his hand at modeling, music, acting, and even reality TV. While he was recently seen in The Traitors on Amazon Prime Video, where he made it to the finale, Sudhanshu says it's his upbringing that's kept him grounded all these years. In a conversation featured on Varinder Chawla's YouTube channel, Sudhanshu was asked how he manages to stay humble despite his success. He pointed to his upbringing and background. 'I think the biggest strength for people like me is the background we come from and that background is a very simple, middle-class background. I have always felt that has been my strength because I have known my reality. I know where I come from and where I belong," he said. Sudhanshu also shared that although his family lived in a large home in Gorakhpur, their lifestyle remained simple. 'My parental house was in a place called Gorakhpur. We are originally from Uttarakhand but my parental house was in Gorakhpur and it was a 30-room haveli. We used to have cows so I came from that background. Yet, we were all middle-class simple people," he revealed. The actor believes the way his parents raised him played a huge role in shaping who he is today. 'The simplicity that came to me from my parents and our life, was so basic and simple that that is what my foundation was. And I think because that foundation was so strong, it never let me get shaken up at any given point in life." Sudhanshu Pandey began his career as a model before transitioning into films and television. He made his Bollywood debut in Khiladi 420 (2000) and went on to appear in movies like Singh Is Kinng, Dus Kahaniyaan, Siyaasat, and Bypass Road. He was also part of India's first boy band, A Band of Boys, known for hits like Meri Neend. On television, his most notable role has been Vanraj Shah in Anupamaa. He also featured in web series like The Empire and The Traitors on Amazon Prime Video, where he reached the finale. First Published: July 16, 2025, 07:31 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
