Apple Digital AV/HDMI Adapter Vs Apple TV

Hey Guys / Gals,
Was just trying to get opinions on wether I should get Apple Digital AV/HDMI Adapter vs Apple Tv. The primary use today would be Netflix. Future use would be the NBA League Pass (Once Apple / NBA get their act together).
Is it true that the Digital Adapter will NOT display the NBA League pass because it blocks the video out?
Also, if NBA was not a part of this, and the $40 / $100 price difference did not exist, which would be the better Netflix player? I have no desire to stream any pictures and content from my ipad to my tv and all that jazz the ATV also offers... Just split on which would be the better device, but leaning towards getting the digital cable. Am I missing anything?
Thanks.

Apple tv, hands down.  No wires.  You control from anywhere.  In fact, with the apple tv, you access Netflix from the atv, leaving you and your pad to do whatever you want while you watch. 
There is a price difference between the atv and just the cables, but once you see what options open up for you, it becomes a not brainier.

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