NBA
The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a professional basketball league in North America, comprising 30 teams. It was founded on June 6, 1946, as the Basketball Association of America (BAA) before merging with the National Basketball League (NBL) in 1949 to become the NBA. The NBA is widely regarded as the premier men's professional basketball league in the world. It organizes regular-season games and playoffs, culminating in the NBA Finals where the league champions are determined. The NBA is known for its high level of play, global outreach, and significant cultural impact.