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BUCKS GAMING TO TIP OFF 2020 NBA 2K LEAGUE SEASON MAY 6
All teams to play at least first six weeks of season in local markets
MILWAUKEE – Bucks Gaming will tip off the 2020 NBA 2K League season on Wednesday, May 6, against Magic Gaming, the league announced today. The team’s Week 1 matchup is the first of at least six weeks of remote gameplay, which will feature all 23 teams competing in regular-season matchups from their local markets, to begin the 2020 NBA 2K League season. All games will be streamed live on the league’s Twitch and YouTube channels.
Each of the 23 teams in the 2K League will compete in at least eight head-to-head matchups during the first six weeks of remote gameplay, with Bucks Gaming slated for nine. Every matchup will be a best-of-three series, with each series win or loss representing one regular-season win or loss.
The initial six-week remote gameplay schedule for Bucks Gaming is below:
| Week | Date | Opponent | Tip-Off (CT) |
| Regular Season Week 1 | Wednesday, May 6 | vs. Magic Gaming | 6 p.m. |
| Regular Season Week 1 | Friday, May 8 | at T-Wolves Gaming | 6 p.m. |
| Regular Season Week 2 | Tuesday, May 12 | vs. Cavs Legion GC | 6 p.m. |
| Regular Season Week 2 | Thursday, May 14 | at Knicks Gaming | 6 p.m. |
| Regular Season Week 3 | Thursday, May 21 | at NetsGC | 6 p.m. |
| Regular Season Week 3 | Friday, May 22 | at Blazer5 Gaming | 6 p.m. |
| Regular Season Week 4 | BYE WEEK | ||
| Regular Season Week 5 | Tuesday, June 2 | vs. Gen.G | 8 p.m. |
| Regular Season Week 6 | Wednesday, June 10 | at Pacers Gaming | 6 p.m. |
| Regular Season Week 6 | Friday, June 12 | vs. Pistons GT | 8 p.m. |
In addition to the first six weeks of remote gameplay, the 2020 NBA 2K League season will once again include three in-season tournaments: THE TIPOFF, THE TURN and THE TICKET. All 23 teams will compete in THE TIPOFF and THE TURN, while the 14 teams that are not one of the top nine playoff seeds will compete in THE TICKET, with the winner earning the 10th and final spot in the 2020 NBA 2K League Playoffs. Select NBA 2K League teams will also host rivalry matches and round-robin events throughout the season.
The remainder of the 2020 season schedule and structure, including the dates of tournaments, rivalry matches and round-robin events, will be shared as information becomes available.
This season’s Bucks Gaming squad returns two dynamic players from last year’s team in Aaron “ARooks” Rookwood, who returns for his third season with the team after earning All-NBA 2K League First Team honors while ranking fifth in the league in scoring at 19.9 points per game last season, and Tyler “Plondo” Lay who was a 2019 All-NBA 2K League Rookie Team selection. Joining them are the team’s four draft selections from February’s draft: Reginald “Regg” Nash Jr., Idris “Squidris” Richardson, Tyrell “Ty” Johnson and Anmool “ChaChingSingh” Singh.
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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)
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.
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.
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