eSports
HAWKS TALON GC TO CONTINUE REMOTE GAMEPLAY AS PART OF 2020 SEASON

Club to Play in Six Games Throughout Next Four Weeks of Regular Season
The NBA 2K League today announced the remainder of the 2020 regular season which includes an extension of remote gameplay. Hawks Talon Gaming Club, the official NBA 2K League affiliate of the Atlanta Hawks, will return to the regular season on Monday, June 29 with a best-of-three series against Warriors Gaming Squad, the official NBA 2K League affiliate of the Golden State Warriors. Throughout the next four weeks, Hawks Talon will compete in six different matchups. Currently, Hawks Talon sits at a 3-3 record after the first six weeks of remote gameplay.
āWe are excited to return to the regular season,ā said Hawks Talon GC Head Coach Wesley Acuff. āEach of these next matchups are crucial for us as we move forward during this unprecedented time.ā
Each remote match will continue to be played in a best-of-three format, which will allow the NBA 2K League broadcast to switch between games in real-time and give fans more opportunities to experience the leagueās most exciting moments. Each of these three-game-series victory will represent one regular-season win, and each three-game-series loss will represent one regular-season loss.
Hawks Talon GCās NBA 2K League Extended Schedule:
Game | Week | Date | Day | Home | Away | Game Start (E.T.) | (Local) | Location |
8 | 6/23-6/26 | Tue. – Fri. | BYE WEEK | Remote | ||||
1 | 9 | 6/29 | Monday | Hawks Talon GC | Warriors Gaming Squad | 9:00 PM | Remote | |
2 | 9 | 6/30 | Tuesday | Hawks Talon GC | Jazz Gaming | 9:00 PM | Remote | |
3 | 10 | 7/7 | Tuesday | Magic Gaming | Hawks Talon GC | 9:00 PM | Remote | |
4 | 10 | 7/10 | Friday | Hawks Talon GC | Kings Guard Gaming | 9:00 PM | Remote | |
5 | 11 | 7/14 | Tuesday | Wizards District Gaming | Hawks Talon GC | 9:00 PM | Remote | |
6 | 11 | 7/17 | Friday | 76ers GC | Hawks Talon GC | 9:00 PM | Remote | |
7 | 12 | 7/23-25 | Thu. – Sat. | THE TURN powered by AT&T | TBD | TBD | ||
8 | 13 | 7/28 | Tuesday | Hornets Venom GT | Hawks Talon GC | 7:00 PM | TBD | |
9 | 13 | 7/31
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Friday | Cavs Legion GC | Hawks Talon GC | 7:00 PM | TBD | |
10 | 14 | 8/5
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Wednesday | Celtics Crossover Gaming | Hawks Talon GC | 7:00 PM | TBD | |
10 | 14 | 8/7 | Friday | Hawks Talon GC | Heat Checking Gaming | 9:00 PM | TBD |
After the conclusion of the regular season, the 2020 playoffs tip off from Aug. 19-22 and the NBA 2K League Finals will take place Saturday, Aug. 29. All 23 NBA 2K League teams will participate in regular-season gameplay from their local markets with games continuing to stream on ESPNās digital platforms and the leagueās Twitch and YouTube channels.
eSports
Fighting Game GOAT Justin Wong Joins BASILISK, Scienceās Esports Team

BASILISK, the global esports organization built to champion science, announced the signing of legendary fighting game competitor Justin āJwongā Wong as captain of its newly formed Fighting Game Community (FGC) Division. Wong will lead BASILISKās entry into the FGC by recruiting players, developing community events, and creating FGC – science crossover content.
āJustin isnāt just a competitive genius ā 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,ā 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 BASILISKās data analytics to scout and train the next generation of FGC pros.
āMath is super important to fighting games. Iām excited to join scienceās esports team. Iām 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,ā said Wong upon joining BASILISK.
The signing comes on the heels of BASILISKās new partnerships with The Planetary Society and Caltechās 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.
āJustin is a dream addition to our organization. He exemplifies the dedication and analytical capacity required to be an esports champion or great scientist,ā added BASILISK co-founder Hans Kassier.
Wong becomes the second āGOATā (Greatest of All Time) to join BASILISK, alongside Finnish StarCraft 2 legend Joona āSerralā Sotala, who just captured the SC2 Esports World Cup Championship in July 2025. The signing also creates opportunities for cross-over content with BASILISKās 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, Scienceās Esports Team

Nine-time Evo Champion and Guinness World Record Holder Brings Legendary Status to Captain New Team, Recruit Talent, and Advance Scienceās Role in Competitive Gaming
BASILISK, the global esports organization built to champion science, today announced the signing of legendary fighting game competitor Justin āJWongā Wong as captain of its newly formed Fighting Game Community (FGC) Division. Wong will lead BASILISKās entry into the FGC by recruiting players, developing community events, and creating FGC – science crossover content.
āJustin isnāt just a competitive genius ā he is a cultural icon and humble leader within the FGC,ā said BASILISK co-founder Christopher Bothur. āWe are incredibly proud to have him leading our FGC division and support the amazing work he already does for the community.ā
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 BASILISKās data analytics to scout and train the next generation of FGC pros.
āMath is super important to fighting games. Iām excited to join scienceās esports team,ā said Wong upon joining BASILISK. āI’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.ā
The signing comes on the heels of BASILISKās new partnerships with The Planetary Society and Caltechās 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.
āJustin is a dream addition to our organization,ā added BASILISK co-founder Hans Kassier. āHe exemplifies the dedication and analytical capacity required to be an esports champion or great scientist.ā
Wong becomes the second āGOATā (Greatest of All Time) to join BASILISK, alongside Finnish StarCraft 2 legend Joona āSerralā 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 ecosystemāincluding its Odds Feed, Risk Management, BetBuilder, Widgets, and moreāto licensed operators in the City of Buenos Aires. The milestone reinforces Oddin.ggās 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.ggās 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: āBeing officially registered with LOTBA marks an important step in Oddin.ggās long-term commitment to the Latin American market. Esports is gaining real traction across the region, and we want operators in Buenos Airesāand beyondāto have the tools and insight to deliver a top-tier esports betting experience. Weāre not just bringing leading technologyāweāre bringing the local expertise and regulatory awareness needed to help our partners like Betsson and Jugadon grow.ā
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