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Bentley University Launches Partnership with the Boston Celtics

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

WALTHAM, Mass., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bentley University has launched a multiyear partnership with the 17-time world champion Boston Celtics, a cornerstone NBA franchise and one of the most closely followed teams in the league every year. As an official university partner of the C's, Bentley students will gain access to team executives and operations, strengthening the university's nationally recognized position as an institution that prepares graduates for exciting careers in the changing global marketplace. 

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  • WALTHAM, Mass., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bentley University has launched a multiyear partnership with the 17-time world champion Boston Celtics, a cornerstone NBA franchise and one of the most closely followed teams in the league every year.
  • "Teaming up with the Celtics offers a winning opportunity for Bentley," said Bentley President E. LaBrent Chrite .
  • The partnership includes opportunities for Bentley students to develop solutions to real-life business situations and present to executives from the Celtics and CLTX, the team's official NBA 2K affiliate.
  • "Bentley University shares our Celtics values of commitment to excellence, pride and collaboration," said Ted Dalton, Boston Celtics chief partnership officer.

VE Gaming Signs Deal to Launch American Basketball Association Video Game

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Monday, December 12, 2022

Los Angeles, California, Dec. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Valiant Eagle, Inc. (OTC Pink: PSRU) -- The team at VE Gaming has recorded another major feat as the company recently signed a license agreement with the American Basketball Association, granting the company the right to create an officially-licensed ABA video game.

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  • Los Angeles, California, Dec. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Valiant Eagle, Inc. (OTC Pink: PSRU) -- The team at VE Gaming has recorded another major feat as the company recently signed a license agreement with the American Basketball Association, granting the company the right to create an officially-licensed ABA video game.
  • “We see massive potential in an ABA-focused video game, as we look to continue building ties to this large professional basketball league.
  • The success seen by the “NBA 2K” franchise continues to be astounding and we feel there is a real opportunity to market to that gaming audience with our ABA game in addition to our street-based basketball game,” said Valiant Eagle CEO, Xavier Mitchell.
  • However, VE Gaming looks set to create a new experience for gamers, especially NBA lovers, as it acquires the license to develop an "NBA 2K" styled video game.

Future Today Partners With K-City Gaming to Co-Produce Olympics-Inspired Series Exclusively for Happykids

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Thursday, August 5, 2021

Multichannel streaming leader, Future Today , has announced a new partnership with K-City Gaming to co-produce an Olympics-inspired series exclusively for Happykids.

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  • Multichannel streaming leader, Future Today , has announced a new partnership with K-City Gaming to co-produce an Olympics-inspired series exclusively for Happykids.
  • Theyre an ideal partner for creating content that aligns perfectly with Happykids, and that we know our audience will enjoy, said David DiLorenzo, SVP of Kids and Family, Future Today.
  • Future Today fast-rising leader in kids programming, and producing content exclusively for HappyKids, a premiere destination for kids entertainment, couldnt be more exciting or fulfilling, said Michael McFatridge of K-City Gaming.
  • The launch of the new series continues to build on the explosive growth recently experienced by Future Today.

Crown Royal Partners With Columbia Records To Unite Artists And NBA 2k League Teams Through Virtual Music & Gaming Series, Featuring Hawks Talon Gaming And Detroit Pistons GT

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

This six-episode series streams on the official Crown Royal Facebook page, featuring Columbia Records artists Quinn XCII, Joey Bada$$, CHASE B and more, playing NBA 2K.

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  • This six-episode series streams on the official Crown Royal Facebook page, featuring Columbia Records artists Quinn XCII, Joey Bada$$, CHASE B and more, playing NBA 2K.
  • During the weekly livestream series, a Columbia Records artist, two NBA 2K League players from the Detroit Pistons GT or Hawks Talon Gaming, and gamer will be discussing their latest projects and basketball, engaging with 21+ fans, and enjoying a Crown Royal cocktail responsibly.
  • In addition to the Columbia Records partnership, Crown Royal has inked team deals with two official NBA 2K League affiliates, the Hawks Talon Gaming and Detroit Pistons GT.
  • "Being able to bring together music and gaming culture into one program with our partners at Crown Royal is an authentic match," said Hannah Satzke, Brand Partnerships Columbia Records.

Tickets On-Sale Now For The First Annual NBPA PlayerCon Presented By Dapper Labs And NBA Top Shot

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

PlayerCon gives fans an inside look into the lives of NBA players by celebrating shared passions of music, fashion, activism, business and more.

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  • PlayerCon gives fans an inside look into the lives of NBA players by celebrating shared passions of music, fashion, activism, business and more.
  • NBA Top Shot and parent company Dapper Labs are the presenting partners of PlayerCon with PLLAY and Rares joining as supporting partners.
  • Two player-gamerswill meet on the virtual court in an NBA 2K match that is sure to be one to watch.
  • The first 100 NBA Top Shot Community members will gain entry into co-viewing suites, player meet and greets, autographed prizes and more.

Anyone, Anywhere: NBA® 2K22 Features Luka Dončić and NBA Scoring Legends – Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Dirk Nowitzki, and Kevin Durant – as Cover Athletes

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021

All editions of NBA 2K22 are currently scheduled for worldwide release on September 10, 2021 and are available for pre-order today.

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  • All editions of NBA 2K22 are currently scheduled for worldwide release on September 10, 2021 and are available for pre-order today.
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    All editions of NBA 2K22 are currently scheduled for worldwide release on September 10, 2021 and are available for pre-order today.
  • Making the global cover of NBA 2K22 is special for me, said Doni.
  • Im proud to represent my country in a special cover that honors the colors of the Slovenian flag.

Turtle Beach Hits the Virtual Hardwood with NBA 2K League Champions Wizards District Gaming

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Thursday, June 10, 2021

Leading gaming headset and audio accessory brand Turtle Beach (NASDAQ: HEAR) today announced a new partnership with the reigning NBA 2K League champions, Wizards District Gaming (WDG).

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  • Leading gaming headset and audio accessory brand Turtle Beach (NASDAQ: HEAR) today announced a new partnership with the reigning NBA 2K League champions, Wizards District Gaming (WDG).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210610005845/en/
    Turtle Beach joins forces with NBA 2K League Champions Wizards District Gaming, who will be using the brand's Elite Pro 2 performance gaming headset as they continue to dominate the digital hardwood.
  • Wizards District Gaming are the reigning NBA 2K League Champions after defeating Warriors Gaming Squad in four games during the 2020 NBA 2K League Finals.
  • Wizards District Gaming is part of the NBA 2K League, a professional esports league co-founded by the NBA and Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

NBA 2K League's Gen.G Tigers Relocate To University Of Kentucky

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Tuesday, May 11, 2021

"\nLed by Coach Lennon Ross, the Tigers have reloaded after its inaugural 6-10 season with a mix of returning and new players following the NBA 2K League Draft on March 13.

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  • "\nLed by Coach Lennon Ross, the Tigers have reloaded after its inaugural 6-10 season with a mix of returning and new players following the NBA 2K League Draft on March 13.
  • The 2021 roster includes:\nChris "Turnupdefense" Anderson ( @Turnupdefense ) is in his 2nd season with the Tigers as a lockdown defender.
  • FEAST is a two-time NBA 2K League Sportsmanship Award winner.\nAlex "Bsmoove" Reese ( @BsmooveJ ) joins the team after the Tigers traded its #3 overall pick in the first round of the NBA 2K League Draft with his former team, the Warriors Gaming Squad.
  • He is originally from Milwaukie, Oregon and enjoys playing and coaching basketball when he\'s not competing in NBA 2K or Fortnite.

Gen.G And University Of Kentucky Host "Hoops At Home" NBA 2K Tournament Bringing Together Students, Faculty, Alumni And Fans

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Wednesday, March 31, 2021

The tournament will provide the opportunity for players to participate in a distinctive NBA 2K basketball experience on twitch.tv/universityofky , connecting and unifying the community.

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  • The tournament will provide the opportunity for players to participate in a distinctive NBA 2K basketball experience on twitch.tv/universityofky , connecting and unifying the community.
  • Former UK basketball star and current New York Knicks guard, Immanuel Quickley, will play in the finals to defend his title.
  • "I'm really excited to be a part of Big Blue Nation's Hoops at Home tournament for the second year in a row and defend my title," said Quickley.
  • "Esports is a great way to bring together our community and have fun connecting with other UK fans around the country.

Gen.G, McDonald's Southern California Franchisees Team Up For Exclusive Esports Programs

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Tuesday, January 12, 2021

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Global esports organization Gen.G and McDonald's Southern California franchisees will be organizing and executing a series of esports initiatives focused on Los Angeles, San Diego and Palm Springs, including a multi-week play-in tournament for employees only and a three-day NBA 2K21 All-Star tournament to determine the best young players in Southern California.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Global esports organization Gen.G and McDonald's Southern California franchisees will be organizing and executing a series of esports initiatives focused on Los Angeles, San Diego and Palm Springs, including a multi-week play-in tournament for employees only and a three-day NBA 2K21 All-Star tournament to determine the best young players in Southern California.
  • Both programs aim to empower Southern California gamers and give them an opportunity to gain recognition and prizes.
  • "We're doubling down on our commitment to enhancing the employee experience for our restaurant crew and couldn't be more excited to partner with Gen.G on our first own esports initiative."
  • The McDonald's SoCal All-Stars will begin on January 30, 2021 with two days of intense NBA 2K21 gameplay to determine the best young players in southern California.