NBA, NHL, and WNBA Commissioners: AI Will Impact Officiating, Games
Sports commissioners from the NBA, NHL, and WNBA discussed the potential impact of artificial intelligence on officiating and game management. NBA commissioner Adam Silver highlighted plans for AI to handle objective calls, allowing referees to focus on subjective decisions. WNBA and NHL leaders echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the importance of technology in enhancing the sports experience.
- ▪NBA commissioner Adam Silver expects AI to automate objective rulings like out-of-bounds calls.
- ▪WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert mentioned leveraging AI for both business and basketball growth.
- ▪NHL commissioner Gary Bettman stated that technology should enhance the game without changing its essence.
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