David Stern
David Stern served as the commissioner of the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1984 to 2014, and is credited with transforming the league into a global powerhouse. Under his leadership, the NBA saw a significant increase in popularity, both domestically and internationally, as he implemented innovative marketing strategies, negotiated lucrative television contracts, and expanded the league's reach beyond North America. Stern was a visionary leader who believed in the potential of basketball worldwide, famously predicting in 2013 that one day the NBA would have franchises in Europe. His passing in 2020 left a profound impact on the sport and its global community.
Born on Sep 22, 1932 (93 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Mexico | 1 | 6.00 | 0.15% | +0% | 128,932,753 | 191,011 | $1,200,000 | 1,778$ |
| Totals | 1 | 128,932,753 | 191,011 | $1,200,000 | 1,778$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Mexico:
David Stern is one of the lawyers representing Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada during the trial.
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United States:
Former NBA Commissioner David Stern, who was Jewish, said he had 'no doubt' Richardson was not antisemitic but did not defend his reported comments about homosexuals.
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Israel:
David Stern was the previous commissioner of the NBA who significantly improved the league's status before Adam Silver took over.
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Romania:
David Stern was a director in the People's Commissariat for Foreign Affairs of the USSR.
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Switzerland:
David Stern, the former NBA commissioner, warned against the legalization of sports betting before his death in 2020.
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Israel:
David Stern is the president who made a guest appearance in 'Big Brother'.
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Israel:
David Stern was a significant figure in the revival of the NBA during the 1980s.
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Dominican Republic:
David Stern was the previous commissioner of the NBA before Adam Silver.
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Dominican Republic:
David Stern saw eight franchises win titles during his 30 seasons as commissioner.
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Canada:
David Stern was the NBA Commissioner who saw eight franchises win championships during his tenure.
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