Entertainment Quote by Len Elmore
“I'm not nearly as much of a fan of the NBA as I was maybe 10 or 15 years ago, or certainly as I was when I was a player. It's become more entertainment focused, and less focused on the purity of the game.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: ESPN documentary "The Business of Basketball", 2020
The NBA has shifted toward entertainment spectacle, losing some of its original sporting purity.
In simple terms: NBA is more show, less sport.
Balance entertainment with sport integrity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- team management
- fan experience
- player development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Should sport prioritize purity or profit?
- What is the ideal balance?
Changes may alienate traditional fans.