eSports
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.
eSports
Fighting Game GOAT Justin Wong Joins BASILISK, Science’s Esports Team

BASILISK, the global esports organization built to champion science, announced the signing of legendary fighting game competitor Justin ‘Jwong’ Wong as captain of its newly formed Fighting Game Community (FGC) Division. Wong will lead BASILISK’s entry into the FGC by recruiting players, developing community events, and creating FGC – science crossover content.
“Justin isn’t just a competitive genius – he is a cultural icon and humble leader within the FGC. We are incredibly proud to have him leading our FGC division and support the amazing work he already does for the community,” said BASILISK co-founder Christopher Bothur.
A nine-time Evolution Championship Series (Evo) Champion and Guinness World Record holder, Wong brings unparalleled FGC credibility and expertise to BASILISK. His reach extends across the entire FGC fandom of millions, and he was immortalized in Evo Moment #37 which has over 100 million views.
As Captain of BASILISK FGC, Wong will leverage BASILISK’s data analytics to scout and train the next generation of FGC pros.
“Math is super important to fighting games. I’m excited to join science’s esports team. I’m passionate about finding promising players with a positive mentality and shaping them into the next big thing. I want to see somebody else in the spotlight after me and help them reach their potential. If we can discover the next world champion, that would be fantastic,” said Wong upon joining BASILISK.
The signing comes on the heels of BASILISK’s new partnerships with The Planetary Society and Caltech’s Institute for Quantum Information and Matter (IQIM), announced in July. These collaborations create a powerful bridge between renowned scientific institutions and gamers, which Wong will amplify to his millions of followers and fans.
“Justin is a dream addition to our organization. He exemplifies the dedication and analytical capacity required to be an esports champion or great scientist,” added BASILISK co-founder Hans Kassier.
Wong becomes the second “GOAT” (Greatest of All Time) to join BASILISK, alongside Finnish StarCraft 2 legend Joona “Serral” Sotala, who just captured the SC2 Esports World Cup Championship in July 2025. The signing also creates opportunities for cross-over content with BASILISK’s diverse roster, including chess Grandmaster Vincent Keymer and award-winning science communicator Kyle Hill, who brings over 2.5 million followers and a vast network of science enthusiasts to the organization.
eSports
Fighting Game GOAT Justin Wong Joins BASILISK, Science’s Esports Team

Nine-time Evo Champion and Guinness World Record Holder Brings Legendary Status to Captain New Team, Recruit Talent, and Advance Science’s Role in Competitive Gaming
BASILISK, the global esports organization built to champion science, today announced the signing of legendary fighting game competitor Justin ‘JWong’ Wong as captain of its newly formed Fighting Game Community (FGC) Division. Wong will lead BASILISK’s entry into the FGC by recruiting players, developing community events, and creating FGC – science crossover content.
“Justin isn’t just a competitive genius – he is a cultural icon and humble leader within the FGC,” said BASILISK co-founder Christopher Bothur. “We are incredibly proud to have him leading our FGC division and support the amazing work he already does for the community.”
A nine-time Evolution Championship Series (Evo) Champion and Guinness World Record holder, Wong brings unparalleled FGC credibility and expertise to BASILISK. His reach extends across the entire FGC fandom of millions, and he was immortalized in Evo Moment #37 which has over 100 million views.
As Captain of BASILISK FGC, Wong will leverage BASILISK’s data analytics to scout and train the next generation of FGC pros.
“Math is super important to fighting games. I’m excited to join science’s esports team,” said Wong upon joining BASILISK. “I’m passionate about finding promising players with a positive mentality and shaping them into the next big thing. I want to see somebody else in the spotlight after me and help them reach their potential. If we can discover the next world champion, that would be fantastic.”
The signing comes on the heels of BASILISK’s new partnerships with The Planetary Society and Caltech’s Institute for Quantum Information and Matter (IQIM), announced in July. These collaborations create a powerful bridge between renowned scientific institutions and gamers, which Wong will amplify to his millions of followers and fans.
“Justin is a dream addition to our organization,” added BASILISK co-founder Hans Kassier. “He exemplifies the dedication and analytical capacity required to be an esports champion or great scientist.”
Wong becomes the second “GOAT” (Greatest of All Time) to join BASILISK, alongside Finnish StarCraft 2 legend Joona ‘Serral’ Sotala, who just captured the SC2 Esports World Cup Championship in July 2025. The signing also creates opportunities for cross-over content with BASILISK’s diverse roster, including chess Grandmaster Vincent Keymer and award-winning science communicator Kyle Hill, who brings over 2.5 million followers and a vast network of science enthusiasts to the organization.
Compliance Updates
Oddin.gg Officially Registered with LOTBA as a Supplier in the City of Buenos Aires

Oddin.gg has been officially registered as a supplier by the Lottery of the City of Buenos Aires (LOTBA). This authorization clears the way for Oddin.gg to provide its end-to-end esports betting ecosystem—including its Odds Feed, Risk Management, BetBuilder, Widgets, and more—to licensed operators in the City of Buenos Aires. The milestone reinforces Oddin.gg’s strategic focus on supporting partners across Latin America.
LOTBA, the regulatory authority for online gaming within the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires, is well known for its rigorous compliance and technical standards. While the body manages licensing and enforcement, suppliers must undergo a formal registration process before providing services to local operators. Oddin.gg’s successful registration confirms that it has met all relevant technical, financial, and compliance requirements.
Juana Bischoff, Senior Business Development Manager LATAM at Oddin.gg, said: “Being officially registered with LOTBA marks an important step in Oddin.gg’s long-term commitment to the Latin American market. Esports is gaining real traction across the region, and we want operators in Buenos Aires—and beyond—to have the tools and insight to deliver a top-tier esports betting experience. We’re not just bringing leading technology—we’re bringing the local expertise and regulatory awareness needed to help our partners like Betsson and Jugadon grow.”
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