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NBA 2K League Season 3 Week 4 Preview
VIEWS FROM THE SIX: With two victories in Week 3, Raptors Uprising GC (6-0) remains undefeated in the NBA 2K League season. With averages of 34.3 points and 6.5 assists in Week 3, point guard Kenneth “Kenny Got Work” Hailey earned the NBA 2K League Player of the Week award for the second time this season. Raptors Uprising GC has a scheduled bye week in Week 4 and will return to action on Friday, June 5at 7 p.m. ET when they visit NetsGC.
STARS COLLIDE: Two of the most well-known NBA 2K League players will meet tonight at 9 p.m. ET when T-Wolves Gaming visit Mavs Gaming. Mavs Gaming’s Artreyo “Dimez” Boyd, the No.1 overall pick in the inaugural NBA 2K League Draft, switched positions from point guard to shooting guard and is leading his team to an impressive 4-1 start to the season. T-Wolves Gaming’s Michael “BearDaBeast” Key is the 2019 NBA 2K League Finals MVP and has steered his team to a 3-1 record. FUN FACT: Dimez and BearDaBeast both have appeared on ESPN’s The Jump.
LET’S LOCK IN (AGAIN): On May 23, the NBA 2K League debuted the second season of its award-winning content series, “NBA 2K League Locked In powered by AT&T,” on the NBA 2K League’s YouTube channel. The series takes fans behind the scenes into the lives of NBA 2K League players off the virtual court, focusing on the personal stories of the league’s 138 players and 23 teams. The first episode is entitled “The New Normal” and focuses on three teams – Pistons GT, T-Wolves Gaming and Wizards District Gaming – with different types of leaders at varying levels of experience on their teams, all vying for a shot to be crowned 2020 NBA 2K League champions.
THREE MORE FOR TV: ESPN2 will broadcast three additional nights of the NBA 2K League – Thursday, May 28, Friday, May 29 and Tuesday, June 2. Games will begin at 7 p.m. ET.
BATTLE OF THE BIG MEN: Jazz Gaming will host Blazer5 Gaming in the NBA 2K League “Game of the Week” on Friday, May 29 at 9 p.m. ET. The No.1 overall pick in the 2019 Draft, Jazz Gaming center Spencer “Ria” Wyman averaged a double-double of 20.5 points and 15.5 rebounds in Week 3. The sophomore will get an early challenge in the season when he faces Blazer5 Gaming center Dayne “OneWildWalnut” Downey. Downey is the 2018 NBA 2K League MVP and Defensive Player of the Year.
THIS IS NOT A GAME: Kings Guard Gaming rookie Matthew “Bash” Robles had a unique journey to the NBA 2K League. With aspirations of becoming a professional baseball player, the Los Angeles-native unfortunately tore his meniscus and began playing NBA 2K in 2016. While trying out for the NBA 2K League, Robles was pushed and motivated by his cousin Sebastian, who passed away shortly after Robles qualified for the Draft. Robles uses the gamertag “Bash” as a tribute to his late cousin.
Robles connected on the game-winning shot in Kings Guard Gaming’s victory over Grizz Gaming on May 22. Robles and Kings Guard Gaming will host Jazz Gaming on Thursday, May 28 at 9 p.m. ET.
Canada
ComeOn Group adds sportsbook to its offering in Ontario
ComeOn Group announced a significant milestone in its sportsbook expansion journey with the addition of sportsbook to their offering in Ontario following the successful acquisition of the required permits. This addition represents a strategic advancement in the Groups sportsbook growth trajectory where they are set to double its sportsbook business in the coming years.
ComeOn Group is one of 51 active operators in Ontario. The Ontario market has experienced robust growth since its launch, reaching C$6.7 billion in revenue in 2023.* By 2029, the market is forecasted to grow by a total of 29%, with 2024 expected to close with a 20% increase.
ComeOn keeps investing in its sportsbook business acceleration that is powered by its proprietary sportsbook platform and in-house risk management and trading team. As a multi product vertical operator, ComeOn is striving to give its customer base a safe and exciting entertainment destination and this approach is now expanded to their Ontario audience.
Juergen Reutter, Chief Executive Officer at ComeOn Group, said: “We are very excited about the opportunities this new milestone opens up for us. As a casino-led operator it represents a key part of our sportsbook strategy to double our business in the coming years. Like in any of our other markets, we are striving for a differentiated sportsbook entertainment experience that is powered by our in-house technology. Our goal is to deliver top-tier entertainment to our players while fostering safe and innovative gaming experiences.”
*Source – H2GC H2 Ontario Data 25.10.2024 (excl. Lottery)
BCLC
INTRALOT Announces New Project with the British Columbia Lottery Corporation for Online Lottery Platform
INTRALOT S.A. has announced the undertaking of a new project between the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC), the sole lottery operator for the Government of British Columbia in Canada, and INTRALOT Inc., its US subsidiary, for the provision of an online lottery platform. The project also includes the digitalization of the existing land-based network.
The solution will be based on the Player X platform, part of the Lotos X ecosystem, and adds to the company’s overall partnership with BCLC, which has been extended until 2028.
INTRALOT is a leading player in a changing world of gaming. With significant experience in looking forward and anticipating emerging trends, the company provides future-proof solutions to regulated lottery and gaming operators around the world.
Canada
Relax Gaming joins forces with PointsBet to strengthen footprint in Ontario
Relax Gaming, the iGaming aggregator and supplier of unique content, has significantly enhanced its presence in the Ontario market through an agreement with leading Canadian operator, PointsBet.
This partnership reinforces Relax Gaming’s aim to become a standout provider across North America, having already gained early success in Ontario. Relax became one of the first suppliers to deliver content to the region’s players in March 2022, debuting with over 120 games across multiple operators.
PointsBet pride themselves as one of Canada’s leading operators offering unmatched speed, ease of use, and a comprehensive array of pre-game and in-play sports betting options. This is complemented by a top-tier online casino which will now be boosted with the integration of Relax’s portfolio of slots and live dealer options.
With its authentic Canadian approach, PointsBet prioritises technology that minimises external dependencies to maintain control over its platform and has a commitment to responsible gambling best practices, ensuring a safe and secure environment for all players.
Martin Stålros, CEO at Relax Gaming, said: “Since we launched in Ontario we have enjoyed tremendous success, with our content hitting the sweet spot for the broad range of players in the Canadian province. This partnership with PointsBet will strengthen our presence in the market as the region’s leading operator integrates our rich content portfolio which will engage its player base.”
Scott Vanderwel, Chief Executive Officer at PointsBet, added: “Relax Gaming has established a strong reputation across North America and in Ontario in particular. The impressive range of content that will be integrated into our platform will increase engagement within our online platform and we are delighted to be able to provide more immersive experiences to our audiences.”
Established as one of the industry’s leading B2B suppliers, Relax Gaming was awarded GGA’s Product Launch of the Year in February 2023 for Dream Drop Jackpots. Money Train 3 names the 2023 CasinoBeats Game Developer Awards amongst its 6 Slot of the Year titles, while the brand also won the award for Skill Games Supplier at the 2023 EGR B2B Awards along with the Innovation in Mobile award at the 2023 SBC Awards.
Relax Gaming provides more than 4,000 online casino games, from its high-performing proprietary slots to a significant, varied library of content from hand-picked third-party studios via its partnership programmes.
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