Sports has a huge following in the USA, with Americans going above and beyond to show their support for their favourite players and teams. While sports like baseball, ice-hockey, tennis and golf have large fanbases in America, the NBA has taken centre stage in recent years, even steadily closing the gap with American football. With this in mind, let’s examine NBA popularity in the USA to determine whether it’s truly nearing the level of football’s dominance and if this trend will continue in the future.
The Role of the NBA
Basketball has a long history in the USA, stretching back to 1891 when Dr.