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Boardroom is a sports, media and entertainment brand co-founded by Kevin Durant and Rich Kleiman and focused on the intersection of sports and entertainment. Boardroom’s flagship media arm features premium video/audio, editorial, daily and weekly newsletters, showcasing how athletes, executives, musicians and creators are moving the business world forward. Boardroom’s ecosystem encompasses B2B events and experiences (such as its renowned NBA and WNBA All-Star events) as well as ticketed conferences such as Game Plan in partnership with CNBC. Our advisory arm serves to consult and connect athletes, brands and executives with our broader network and initiatives.

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Michael Jordan made more money in 2025 than any active athlete, pulling in $275 million last year alone for a total of $3.28 billion (inflation-adjusted $4.5 billion) across his career, largely from his longstanding deal with Nike. Tiger Woods and Cristiano Ronaldo follow in second and third, while LeBron James and Lionel Messi round out the top five. In total, 20 athletes have crossed $1 billion in career earnings.

YouTube is prepping for its return to the Upfronts with its Brandcast on May 13 at Lincoln Center, tapping Trevor Noah to host. The event will feature creators like Quenlin Blackwell and Kareem Rahma, plus a performance from Chappell Roan. Executives Neal Mohan and Sean Downey will spotlight YouTube’s dominance as the top U.S. streaming platform and its growing role in the future of media.

Elon Musk‘s SpaceX has confidentially filed for an IPO, per Bloomberg, targeting a valuation above $1.75 trillion and aiming to raise up to $75 billion. A potential June debut would put it ahead of rival offerings from OpenAI and Anthropic. The move follows its integration of xAI, with growth from Starlink and launch operations pushing projected 2026 revenue near $20 billion.

NBA Europe is drawing major investor demand, with multiple bids reportedly exceeding $1 billion and over 120 groups expressing interest. The league, targeted to launch in October 2027 under Adam Silver, is seeking $500 million to $1 billion per franchise. Interest spans major European cities and top investor groups, setting up potential clashes — or partnerships — with the EuroLeague.

LeBron James is stepping into the YouTube golf scene with a surprise appearance on Bob Does Sports, set to drop on Thursday. The crossover highlights the growing influence of digital golf entertainment, as major athletes tap into YouTube’s massive audience. James’ cameo signals a continued shift where traditional sports figures embrace creator platforms to expand their reach beyond the court and connect with younger, online-first fans.

The NCAA men’s basketball tournament averaged 10.3 million viewers through the Elite Eight, its highest mark since 1993 and up 9% year over year. The last-second thriller between the UConn Huskies and Duke Blue Devils drew 13.4 million viewers, peaking at 18.9 million. Friday’s slate, led by Duke vs. St. John’s, delivered the most-watched early regional window since 1992.

Oracle is reportedly planning thousands of layoffs as it ramps up spending on AI data center infrastructure. The cuts aim to free up cash as the company pursues up to $50 billion in funding to expand cloud capacity for clients like Nvidia, Meta, and OpenAI. Despite a recent stock bump, shares remain down roughly 25% this year, reflecting investor concerns over heavy AI-driven capital expenditures.

HBO is launching a five-part docuseries, U.S. Against the World, on May 12, chronicling the United States men’s national soccer team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Featuring stars like Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie, the series tracks the team’s journey from the 2022 tournament through a coaching shift to Mauricio Pochettino, offering a behind-the-scenes look at their World Cup build.

ABC News and National Geographic will provide live coverage of NASA‘s Artemis II mission on Wednesday, streaming across ABC, Disney+, and Hulu. The partnership includes rare onboard footage from inside the Orion capsule, captured with custom cameras and astronaut training in visual storytelling. The mission marks NASA’s first crewed trip to the Moon in decades, with expanded behind-the-scenes access setting this coverage apart from competitors.

The NFL has approved the sale of a 3.5% stake in the Las Vegas Raiders at a valuation exceeding $11 billion, marking one of the league’s highest franchise benchmarks. The stake is being acquired by Egon Durban of Silver Lake as part of a broader succession plan that could eventually reach 7%. The Raiders hold the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and are expected to select quarterback Fernando Mendoza, the Heisman winner who led Indiana to a national championship.

Global dealmaking hit record levels in early 2026, with 22 transactions valued at $10 billion or more announced worldwide, the highest quarterly total on record, according to LSEG. The surge reflects a wave of large-scale mergers and investments despite geopolitical volatility. Total mega-deal value rose roughly 29% year over year, even as smaller deal activity slowed.

Scream 8 is officially in development at Spyglass, with Lilla Zuckerman and Nora Zuckerman set to write the next installment of the horror franchise. The news follows the breakout success of Scream 7, which topped $200 million worldwide and became the series’ highest-grossing entry. The franchise continues to expand following strong box office momentum and renewed audience interest in Ghostface’s return.

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