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Commissioner of the NBA

The Commissioner of the NBA (National Basketball Association) is the chief executive officer responsible for overseeing the league's operations, making key decisions, and ensuring its growth and integrity. The Commissioner enforces league rules, negotiates TV and sponsorship deals, and addresses issues like player conduct and labor relations. They act as a public face for the league, representing it in media and public engagements. The current Commissioner, as of 2023, is Adam Silver, who succeeded David Stern in 2014 and has focused on expanding the league's global reach and addressing social issues within the sport.