Shams Charania Leaves Stadium After Six Years

Shams Charania, a prominent NBA insider, has officially departed from Stadium after a six-year tenure, as reported by The Post. At 30 years old, Charania was a key figure at the outlet, hosting the weekly show "Inside the Association" and frequently appearing on "The Rally." His contributions were particularly notable during major events like the NBA draft and free agency, which garnered significant viewership across social media platforms. During his time at Stadium, he attracted sponsorships from major brands such as AT&T and State Farm. As Charania transitions away from Stadium, his future with The Athletic and FanDuel TV remains uncertain. Reports indicate that his contracts with both outlets are also up for negotiation, with sources suggesting that discussions are ongoing. The outcome of these negotiations could shape his next steps in the sports journalism landscape. Looking ahead, the NBA is preparing for new broadcasting rights deals set to begin in 2025, with Amazon's Prime Video and a return to NBC after a two-decade absence. Both platforms are expected to seek top NBA talent for their programming, which could influence Charania's potential opportunities in the industry. In a related development, Warner Bros. Discovery, the parent company of TNT, has filed a lawsuit against the NBA, claiming it holds contractual rights to match Amazon's streaming package. The NBA disputes this claim, asserting that TNT's rights do not extend to Amazon's streaming-focused offerings, which boast a significantly larger global subscriber base.