NBA owner Joe Tsai believes the league's relationship with China is improving despite past controversies. The NBA lost around $400 million in 2021 due to strained ties with China.
Key Points
NBA lost around $400 million in 2021 due to strained ties with China
League owners allegedly have over $10 billion invested in China
Enes Kanter Freedom publicly criticized the NBA's relationship with China
The NBA aims to reconnect with its Chinese fan base
Pros
Joe Tsai sees the NBA's relationship with China improving
The NBA's vast international audience in China is a significant fan base
The NBA aims to resume playing games in China and Macau
Cons
Enes Kanter Freedom criticizes the NBA for its relationship with China
Human rights abuses and treatment of Uyghur Muslims in China have been highlighted