The NBA, or National Basketball Association, is a professional basketball league in North America. 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. Founded in New York City on June 6, 1946, as the Basketball Association of America (BAA), it merged with the National Basketball League (NBL) in 1949 to become the NBA. The league is composed of 30 teams (29 in the United States and 1 in Canada), which are divided into two conferences: the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference.
The NBA is known for its high level of competition, athleticism, and entertainment value, featuring some of the world’s best basketball players. It operates a regular season, culminating in a playoff tournament to determine the conference champions, who then compete in the NBA Finals for the championship title. The league also plays a significant role in promoting basketball globally and has a substantial influence on popular culture.
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