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NBA 2K League THE TIPOFF Powered by AT&T Preview

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4 years ago

June 17, 2020

SUPER SAIYAN SPLASHY: Having led his team to an impressive win over previously undefeated Warriors Gaming Squad, Jazz Gaming guard Kimanni “Splashy” Ingram was named NBA 2K League Player of the Week for Week 6 of the 2020 NBA 2K League season. The Milwaukee-native averaged 33.3 points and 5.7 assists in Week 5. FUN FACTS: Ingram is a big fan of anime and is conversational in Japanese.

TIPOFF TIME: The NBA 2K League’s first in-season tournament of the season, THE TIPOFF powered by AT&T, starts tonight and runs through Friday, June 19. All 23 teams will participate in the tournament remotely from their local markets and will compete for a total prize pool of $160,000. Games will begin at 6 p.m. ET on June 16–17 and at 7 p.m. ET on June 18–19, and will air live on ESPN2, ESPN’s digital platforms and the NBA 2K League’s Twitch and YouTube channels. Games will also air in Canada on Sportsnet on June 16 from 6-9 p.m. ET and throughout the tournament on delay in Southeast Asia on eGG Network. Click here for additional details.

RAPTORS KEEP RISING: Led by the stellar play of Kenneth “Kenny Got Work” Hailey, Raptors Uprising GC improved to 9-0 on the season. This past Sunday, Hailey’s winning ways continued when he led Team Kenny to victory in the XBOX bracket Finals of Draft Clash Powered by GameStop, a 3-on-3 tournament that featured 2K League players, content creators and fans. After defeating Blazer5 Gaming in an exciting series on June 11, Raptors Uprising GC tallied 109 points against Celtics Crossover Gaming on June 12, setting a new NBA 2K League record for points scored in a game. Hailey and Raptors Uprising GC will start THE TIPOFF with a rematch against 2019 NBA 2K League MVP Nidal “Mama Im Dat Man” Nasser and Blazer5 Gaming on Wednesday, June 17 at 6 p.m. ET.

REGG IS ROLLING: Highlighted by a 40-point performance against Pistons GT, Bucks Gaming guard Reggie “Regg” Nash Jr. is one of the most talked about players in this year’s rookie class. The No. 12 overall pick ranks third in assists per game (8.2) and fifth in points per game (33.1). Nash Jr. and Bucks Gaming will begin THE TIPOFF by facing Knicks Gaming on Wednesday, June 17 at 10 p.m. ET.

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WELCOME TO THE TEAM: On Friday, the NBA 2K League announced four new marketing partnerships with GameStop, Jostens, SAP and Tissot. Click here for more details.

Canada

ComeOn Group adds sportsbook to its offering in Ontario

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1 week ago

November 8, 2024

GamingAmericas.com

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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)

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INTRALOT Announces New Project with the British Columbia Lottery Corporation for Online Lottery Platform

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2 weeks ago

November 7, 2024

GamingAmericas.com

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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

IAGR announces Toronto as host city for 2025 conference

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3 weeks ago

October 30, 2024

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Hot on the heels of its most attended conference in history, the International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) is excited to announce that its 2025 conference will take place in Toronto, Canada, from October 20 to 23, 2025.

The event will be held in partnership with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) at the Westin Harbour Castle, offering stunning waterfront views and a premier, downtown Toronto location.

‘Fresh off the success of our Rome conference, we’re thrilled to continue the momentum with next year’s event in Toronto,’ said Ben Haden, IAGR President.

‘The IAGR 2025 conference promises to be another unparalleled opportunity for our global community to come together, collaborate and shape the future of gaming regulation. We’re looking forward to working with AGCO to bring it all together.’

AGCO CEO and Registrar Dr. Karin Schnarr, added, ‘We’re excited to welcome IAGR and its members to Toronto. This partnership provides a great opportunity to share Ontario’s innovative regulatory practices and foster meaningful discussions that drive positive change in the industry.’

Stay tuned for registration details early next year.