Common Sense Media Review
Content-rich hoops site holds nothing back (including ads).
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 9+?
Any Positive Content?
What's It About?
With action-packed game photos, player blogs, and discussion forums, the league's official Web site puts fans in the center of all the court action. Up-close coverage includes an extensive photo gallery and NBAtv's behind-the-scenes glimpse into the sport. Fans can vote for All-Star players, shop for official NBA gear, post comments in the team-specific forums, and read blogs from players and staff.
Is It Any Good?
While the site isn't aimed at kids, it doesn't exclude them, and offers much to learn and do. You get 360-degree coverage of every slam dunk, rebound and foul, plus game results and team analysis. Watch out for the site's promo-heavy content, though -- nearly every department has a product plug in its title.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about why sports have become so immersed in advertising. Does it take away from the entertainment level of the game to have so many ads? Do you think the advertising helps teams pay for the high-price of athletes' salaries?
Website Details
- Genre : Brand Sites
- Pricing structure : Free
- Last updated : August 25, 2016
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