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Hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower are joined by Atlanta Hawks Senior VP of Finance Lester Jones to discuss the NBA's pursuit of an "upper spending limit" as part of negotiating a new collective bargaining agreement with the players association. Plus, they discuss managing a team's finances, building for the future and the Hawks' unique partnership with the National Black Bank Foundation.

Hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower are joined by Atlanta Hawks Senior VP of Finance Lester Jones to discuss the NBA's pursuit of an "upper spending limit" as part of negotiating a new collective bargaining agreement with the players association. Plus, they discuss managing a team's finances, building for the future and the Hawks' unique partnership with the National Black Bank Foundation.

Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Damian Sassower follow the money in the world of sports, taking listeners inside decisions that power the multibillion dollar industry. From media and technology to finance and real estate, leagues and teams across the globe have matured into far more than just back-page entertainment. The show explains the money behind the games.

Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Damian Sassower follow the money in the world of sports, taking listeners inside decisions that power the multibillion dollar industry. From media and technology to finance and real estate, leagues and teams across the globe have matured into far more than just back-page entertainment. The show explains the money behind the games.

Scarlet Fu, Michael Barr and Damian Sassower follow the money in the world of sports, taking listeners inside decisions that power the multibillion dollar industry.

Bloomberg Business of Sports

Atlanta Hawks Senior VP of Finance  Lester Jones

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Join hosts Michael Barr and Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

Chicago Bulls legend and six-time NBA champion Scottie Pippen has hired Sotheby’s auction house to sell a selection of his personal memorabilia, including the jersey he wore during the championship-clinching game of the 1998 NBA Finals.

Dubbed “The Scottie Pippen Collection,” the auction is set to begin in March and will feature items he personally wore during his 17-year NBA career.

The collection is expected to be worth more than $6 million, with items ranging from $30,000 to over $1 million. 

On this episode, hear from:
Scottie Pippen on his career, the current state of basketball and his trove of collectibles
Jeremiah Yolkut, senior vice president of global events for Major League Baseball on the league's preparations for the World Baseball Classic as it gets underway

Join hosts Michael Barr and Vanessa Perdomo for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. Chicago Bulls legend and six-time NBA champion Scottie Pippen has hired Sotheby&rsquo;s auction house to sell a selection of his personal memorabilia, including the jersey he wore during the championship-clinching game of the 1998 NBA Finals. Dubbed &ldquo;The Scottie Pippen Collection,&rdquo; the auction is set to begin in March and will feature items he personally wore during his 17-year NBA career. The collection is expected to be worth more than $6 million, with items ranging from $30,000 to over $1 million. On this episode, hear from:
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<li>Scottie Pippen on his career, the current state of basketball and his trove of collectibles</li>
<li>Jeremiah Yolkut, senior vice president of global events for Major League Baseball on the league's preparations for the World Baseball Classic as it gets underway</li>
</ul>

NBA Legend Scottie Pippen's Sotheby's Auction; MLB Preps for World Baseball Classic

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The FIFA 2026 World Cup officially kicks off in 100 days across the US, Canada and Mexico. Host Vanessa Perdomo speaks to Amy Hopfinger, Chief Business and Strategy Officer at FIFA about how the 16 host cities are preparing for the tournament this summer. 
On this episode: 
How do cities get ready to host the World Cup and what needs to be done over the next 100 days 
How is the US-Israeli war with Iran affecting their participation in the tournament
How FIFA is addressing security concerns

The FIFA 2026 World Cup officially kicks off in 100 days across the US, Canada and Mexico. Host Vanessa Perdomo speaks to Amy Hopfinger, Chief Business and Strategy Officer at FIFA about how the 16 host cities are preparing for the tournament this summer.&nbsp; On this episode:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>How do cities get ready to host the World Cup and what needs to be done over the next 100 days&nbsp;</li>
<li>How is the US-Israeli war with Iran affecting their participation in the tournament</li>
<li>How FIFA is addressing security concerns</li>
</ul>

The Business of Soccer: The FIFA 2026 World Cup Is Officially 100 Days Away 

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'Bloomberg This Weekend' features unique conversations on business, news, lifestyle and culture. Join David Gura, Christina Ruffini and Lisa Mateo Saturdays and Sundays for discussions with business leaders, lawmakers and cultural icons.&nbsp;&nbsp; Watch the show <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/live">LIVE on Bloomberg Television</a> from 7AM-10AM Eastern Time.&nbsp; &nbsp; Listen to the show <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/audio">LIVE on Bloomberg Radio</a> from 7AM-10AM Eastern Time.&nbsp; &nbsp; Listen to the Podcast for the best conversations from the show.&nbsp; &nbsp; Subscribe on Apple: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bloomberg-this-weekend/id1878739308">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bloomberg-this-weekend/id1878739308</a> Subscribe on Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5DQ8CEg9LeS1xGJSaxt47l">https://open.spotify.com/show/5DQ8CEg9LeS1xGJSaxt47l</a>

Introducing: Bloomberg This Weekend

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