"Disney's Bob Iger discusses ESPN's streaming transition and upcoming launch"
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Disney CEO Bob Iger sets a deadline for the launch of a direct-to-subscriber version of ESPN, stating it will happen no later than 2025. Iger also mentioned that Disney is seeking strategic partners to invest in ESPN, with the NFL and NBA emerging as preferred options. The NBA is considering expanding its annual draft to two days to give teams more time to decide on picks and trades. Al Michaels plans to return to Amazon Prime's Thursday Night Football next season. The NBA G-League has struck a two-year deal with Tubi to carry 75 games per season on a G-League branded channel.
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