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NBC Cancels Five Shows for $2.5B NBA Deal

5/13/2025

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NBC Sports Gamble

NBC has made a bold move, canceling five shows, including the popular Suits LA, to make way for thrilling NBA games this fall as part of a massive $2.5 billion deal. With Tuesday nights now dedicated to up to 100 games, the network is betting big on sports, leaving the fate of other series hanging in the balance.

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NBC Renews Dramas

In a surprising twist amid a flurry of cancellations, NBC has renewed two promising dramas for second seasons. "The Hunting Party," captivating 4.2 million viewers, follows an ex-FBI agent on a thrilling chase for escaped inmates. Meanwhile, "Brilliant Minds," with 4.9 million viewers, showcases a neurologist's unconventional methods, both shows striving to engage audiences in these unpredictable times.

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NBC Sports Gamble

NBC has made a bold move, canceling five shows, including the popular Suits LA, to make way for thrilling NBA games this fall as part of a massive $2.5 billion deal. With Tuesday nights now dedicated to up to 100 games, the network is betting big on sports, leaving the fate of other series hanging in the balance.

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