On June 5, 2026, NBA China and Alibaba jointly unveiled their first official AI large language model, 'NBAChat'. This launch was strategically timed to coincide with the NBA Finals, allowing fans to engage with this intelligent basketball assistant via the 'NBA China' APP. Leveraging Alibaba's sophisticated QianWen large language model as its foundation, 'NBAChat' seamlessly incorporates extensive historical data on NBA games and players. It offers a range of functionalities, including tactical Q&A sessions, in-depth post-game analysis, player data inquiries, and nuanced interpretations of on-court events, all designed to elevate the interactive viewing experience for basketball enthusiasts.