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GEN.G TIGERS OF SHANGHAI SELECT JAIDEN “GALLOOTTR” FRANK WITH NO. 1 OVERALL PICK IN 2022 NBA 2K LEAGUE DRAFT

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2022 NBA 2K League Draft

 

The 2022 NBA 2K League Draft was held virtually tonight and livestreamed on the NBA 2K League’s Twitch and YouTube channels.  During the three-round draft, the 24 NBA 2K League teams selected 52 players to complete their five-person rosters ahead of the league’s fifth anniversary season.  Competition will commence on Wednesday, March 23 with the Coinbase NBA2KL 3v3 SLAM OPEN amateur qualifying event.

With the No. 1 overall pick, the Gen.G Tigers of Shanghai selected Jaiden “galloOTTR” Frank of DeSoto, Texas.  Bucks Gaming selected Michael “Cooks” Campbell of Brooklyn, N.Y. with the second pick.  With the third pick, Mavs Gaming chose Kenneth Grant “KennyZeus” Strombeck of Wake Forest, N.C.

The 2022 draft pool consisted of 145 players.  In addition to unretained players from last season, the draft pool also included top‑performing players who earned draft eligibility as part of the “NBA 2K League Draft Prospect Series,” Sony Scouting Grounds tournaments, the NBA 2K League’s Women in Gaming initiative, or the NBA 2K League’s APAC and European Invitationals, or by being identified by the NBA 2K League and its teams based on their play in the 2K community.

A number of NBA 2K League teams will live and train out of Indianapolis during the 2022 season.  The league will provide practice facilities at the NBA 2K League Studio and create unique behind-the-scenes content around the teams living in Indianapolis.  Teams not living in Indianapolis will continue to train and play remote games out of their team facilities and travel to Indianapolis for in-person games.

Recordings of virtual media availabilities with select draftees are available on NBA Media Central.

Below are round-by-round results from the 2022 NBA 2K League Draft.

 

2022 NBA 2K LEAGUE DRAFT

RESULTS BY ROUND:

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First Round
Pick Team Player Name Gamer Tag
1. Gen.G Tigers of Shanghai Jaiden Frank galloOTTR
2. Bucks Gaming Michael Campbell Cooks
3. Mavs Gaming Kenneth Grant Strombeck Kenny Zeus
4. Bucks Gaming Mason Bracken JohhnyRed
5. Blazer5 Gaming Joshua Hunter unguardable
6. Mavs Gaming Zekirri Dennis Zayy
7. Raptors Uprising GC Emmanuel Gosman FantaSZN
8. DUX Infinitos Waseem Talbert BallLikeSeem
9. Celtics Crossover Gaming Trey Wright TreyDollaz
10. Magic Gaming Justin Kaplan Kapp
11. Heat Check Gaming Deondrick Leon DTrick
12. Grizz Gaming Michael Diaz BP
13. Blazer5 Gaming Dorian Earl Miller Bucket
14. Bucks Gaming Dawson Thomas dawsix
15. 76ers GC Daniel Tlais DT
16. Heat Check Gaming Kennedy Tauala Jr. sawc
17. Knicks Gaming Jakari Hunt Stick
18. Hawks Talon GC John Mushaben Witness
19. Magic Gaming Matthew Grant Matty
20. Warriors Gaming Squad Austin Caterino KayAus
21. Gen.G Tigers of Shanghai Julio Roberts HesiCap
22. Wizards District Gaming Tyrell Johnson Ty
Second Round
Pick Team Player Name Gamer Tag
23. Raptors Uprising GC Xavier StJohn Big Saint
24. Bucks Gaming Jeremy Seese Seese
25. Hornets Venom GT Nicholas Clark Icyy
26. Heat Check Gaming Josue Acosta Gomez FutureClutch
27. Blazer5 Gaming Robert Nastasi CantGuardRob
28. Jazz Gaming Kwan Larry Niblack followTHEGOD
29. DUX Infinitos Stanley Lebron MaJes7ic
30. Hornets Venom GT Damon Jones DJ
31. Celtics Crossover Gaming Tamer Mustafa Bulleyy
32. Magic Gaming Blaine Wilson Reign
33. Mavs Gaming Jarvis Thompson Simptoms
34. Kings Guard Gaming Anthony Costanzo Ant SZN
35. Cavs Legion GC Jyden McBath-Spencer Jyden
36. Kings Guard Gaming Myles Lyons MYLES
37. Pistons GT Ja’Ron Baylor Bagmotion__
38. Grizz Gaming Justin Rodriguez Jayrod
39. Knicks Gaming Kerry Thompson Kerry
40. Hawks Talon GC Bryson Fleming Putback
41. Nets GC Shun Brown Streetz
42. T-Wolves Gaming Frederick Payton Djay
43. Wizards District Gaming Brandon Richardson BRich
Third Round
Pick Team Player Name Gamer Tag
44. Jazz Gaming Wesley McNair Gen
45. Lakers Gaming Latrell Roberson GreenTooNice
46. Nets GC Michael Tate Hegotgame034
47. Pistons GT Elijah Garcia EG4Hunnid
48. Hornets Venom GT Jahaad Thomas King Haad
49. Nets GC Alexander Bernstein Steez
50. Mavs Gaming Jake Knapp Legit
51. Cavs Legion GC Thomas Batts Fakie II
52. Gen.G Tigers of Shanghai Darjean Henderson ReturnOfDJ

 

 

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Esportes da Sorte celebrates Brazilian culture with Parintins and São João Sponsorships

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Esportes Gaming Brasil, the owner of Onabet and Esportes da Sorte, is making its debut at the 58th Parintins Folklore Festival with an interactive project that blends cultural promotion, economic development, and social responsibility.

The brand becomes the first regulated betting operator to offer institutional support to the event, which welcomes around 120,000 visitors and generates BRL 184 million in local economic activity, according to the Amazonas State Government.

This cultural commitment comes on the back of Esportes Gaming Brasil sponsoring 31 São João festivals during June in 27 cities across the Northeast and Southeast regions. This initiative strengthens the brand’s strategy of connecting with the public through the appreciation of Brazilian cultural expressions.

Esportes da Sorte’s focus was creating memorable experiences as each event featured scenography by Pernambucan artist Perron Ramos. Another notable element was the Vila Junina (June Village), a themed area blending traditional elements with interactive experiences. Classic games such as Pescaria da Sorte (Fishing of Fortune), Barraca do Beijo (Kissing Booth), and Argola da Sorte (Ring Toss) bring nostalgia to the festivities.

For the three-day Parintins Folklore Festival starting today, the brand will be energising Parintins with a series of experiences celebrating local culture. These include a panoramic lounge with a special view of the Bumbódromo, the Truck da Sorte — a space combining karaoke and free hydration — as well as a Social Arena installed in the Garantido and Caprichoso neighborhoods, featuring artistic performances, rest areas, free water distribution, and Instagram-worthy spots. Festivalgoers will also be able to get their hands on custom giveaways throughout the festival. All elements of the visual project are inspired by Amazonian art. The graphics feature illustrations by Curumiz, a Parintins-based duo formed by Alziney Pereira and Kemerson Freitas.

Sofia Aldin, CMO of Esportes Gaming Brasil, the group behind the brand commented: “Esportes Gaming Brasil cares passionately about regional values and strengthening Brazilian popular culture. It’s more than simply showcasing our brand, we want to create value for the people who live for events like the Parintins Folklore Festival and the São João festivals. Being part of these events backs our strategy of supporting traditions that drive local economies and celebrate regional identities.”

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BETBY EXPANDS LATAM FOOTPRINT WITH MOBADOO ESPORTS PARTNERSHIP

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BETBY EXPANDS LATAM FOOTPRINT WITH MOBADOO ESPORTS PARTNERSHIP

 

BETBY, a leading sportsbook supplier, has announced a new partnership with prominent LATAM-focused esports provider Mobadoo, in a move that will see its Betby.Games portfolio fully integrated into Mobadoo’s product lineup.

This collaboration enables Mobadoo — which has an established presence and deep market understanding across Latin America — to incorporate BETBY’s proprietary and award-winning esports offering, delivering dynamic and fast-paced betting content to its growing user base. Among Betby.Games’ titles are eSoccer, eBasketball, eFighting, eCricket, eShooter, eHorse Racing, eTennis, and the Brazil-relevant eVaquejada.

As one of the most comprehensive and high-frequency esports betting solutions in the industry, Betby.Games offers access to more than 70 tournaments, over 350 betting markets, and more than 300,000 live matches each month. This collaboration will not only enhance Mobadoo’s offering but also reinforce BETBY’s position as a leading esports supplier in the LATAM region, a key pillar in the supplier’s global expansion strategy.

“Mobadoo has an excellent reputation and strong regional expertise, making them an ideal partner for us. Their commitment to innovation in esports and the rapid growth of this vertical in the region made our partnership only a matter of time,” commented Kirill Nekrasov, BETBY’s Head of Sportsbook Product. “This agreement not only expands the reach of our unique Betby.Games content, but also aligns perfectly with our global strategy of delivering flexible, high-performance esports solutions to next-generation operators. Together, we’re set to further strengthen our leading position in the LATAM region.”

José Aníbal Aguirre, Chief Marketing Officer at Mobadoo, added: “We’re thrilled to integrate Betby.Games into our offering. The depth and quality of their esports content is unmatched, and this partnership gives us a powerful new edge in catering to LATAM’s passionate esports fanbase. With BETBY’s support, we’re confident we can elevate the player experience and unlock new growth opportunities across the region.”

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Red Bull Home Ground Heads to New York this November

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Red Bull Home Ground, the pro VALORANT invitational, is set to make its return with a blockbuster fifth edition, bringing together the world’s top teams to New York City, for one of the most exciting showcases in the esports calendar. From November 13–16, the iconic Hammerstein Ballroom at the Manhattan Center will host four electrifying days of competition, as global giants and rising stars fight to claim the title of 2025 off-season champions.

This year, Red Bull Home Ground will feature a stacked lineup of elite contenders. Returning champions T1 are ready to defend their crown, joined by two-time VCT Global Event winners Fnatic and fan-favourites G2 Esports, Sentinels, and ZETA DIVISION. Joining these giants will be the two top teams who earn their place through the Play-In Stage and an additional team to be revealed – a gauntlet of global qualifiers open to all in India, USA, Spain, Turkey, Chile, Egypt, Belgium, Germany, South Africa, Netherlands, Japan, and EMEA qualifiers, giving players around the world the chance to earn a spot to go against the best-of-the-best on the main stage. The final main stage slot will be revealed at a later date.

For the first time, the Red Bull Home Ground World Final will be hosted in the United States, taking place at the legendary Hammerstein Ballroom in Manhattan. Known for its grand Beaux-Arts architecture and storied history hosting icons like The Grateful Dead and Guns N’ Roses, the venue offers a perfect blend of classic New York legacy and modern spectacle for this high-stakes tournament. The action kicks off on November 13-14, with both days dedicated exclusively to the Play-in stage and the opening stages of the competition. For fans eager to experience the action live, tickets for the public main stage event on November 15-16 are available for purchase via Ticketmaster.

At last year’s Red Bull Home Ground in Berlin, fans were treated to an unforgettable grand final as T1 stormed to victory over Cloud9, clinching the championship title with a dominant 3-1 series. With every edition, Red Bull Home Ground has elevated the VALORANT off-season calendar, known for its fast-paced format, jaw-dropping plays, and international flair. Red Bull Home Ground continues to be a staple tournament for pro teams looking to compete against the best competition and for fans ready to witness thrilling match-ups.

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