The BIG3 3-on-3 basketball league founded by rapper Ice Cube is set to air its sixth season this summer. Basketball fans around the world are excited about the upcoming tournament and eagerly waiting to see some of their favorite retired NBA stars.
League Schedule
The league’s season will begin on June 25 at United Center Arena in Chicago, where several all-time greats such as Allen Iverson, Chauncey Billups, Rashard Lewis, Rick Mahorn, and Jason Maxiell previously played. BIG3 will play in several NBA cities across the United States, including Boston, Charlotte, Dallas, Memphis, Miami, and New York. The outdoor festival will be held on July 9 at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York City. The league has scheduled its final game in Detroit on August 13 at 12 p.m. so that fans around the world can witness it live.
Broadcasts
Fans who can’t attend the games will also have the option to catch them live on CBS and Paramount+. With CBS becoming the official broadcaster of the BIG3 league this year, it promises to bring an exciting new viewing experience to basketball enthusiasts.
Little Caesars Arena
BIG3 has previously played at Little Caesars Arena in downtown Detroit and is set to return this year. The stadium provides a perfect venue for basketball games owing to its modern facilities like a giant high-definition video scoreboard and spacious seating areas.
Expectations for BIG3’s sixth season
Over the past five seasons, BIG3 has gathered a large following in the sports world with its unique format of three-on-three basketball where former NBA players can display their skills on the court while entertaining viewers worldwide. Fans eagerly wait for BIG3’s upcoming season as it brings together retired NBA players whose performances have impacted the sport significantly.
Title: The upcoming 2023 WNBA season
WNBA is all set to embark on a new season this year, and basketball enthusiasts worldwide can’t wait to see what it has in store. With several WNBA legends retiring at the end of the 2022 season, many wonder who will take their place and become the new set of great players that define the league.
Schedule
The WNBA regular season for 2023 will start on May 19 and end on September 10, with each team playing 20 home and 20 away games. The Las Vegas Aces will unveil their championship banner and receive their championship rings during their home opener on May 27. Fans worldwide look forward to seeing which team reigns supreme in this year’s competition.
Key Dates
The WNBA has several essential dates during its season, which includes the draft on April 10, training camp starting on April 30, the AllStar Break from July 13-17, the trade deadline on August 7, and the regular season ending on September 10. The playoffs will begin on September 13, and fans eagerly await to see which teams make it to the finals.
Preseason Games
Before the WNBA regular-season games begin, there are also several preseason games scheduled that fans are excited to witness. There will be around eleven preseason games taking place, with Washington Mystics vs. Minnesota Lynx being the first scheduled game which starts on May 5. This match promises to be an exciting one as fans wait to see how teams have prepared for this season.
Title: Connecticut Sun Announces Their Preseason Schedule
Basketball fans worldwide eagerly anticipate the upcoming basketball tournaments, and every announcement from teams brings excitement and anticipation. The Connecticut Sun has announced their preseason games ahead of their upcoming campaign in the Women’s National Basketball Association.
Preseason Opponents
The Sun will start their preseason play against New York Liberty on May 10 at Mohegan Sun Arena, which promises to be an exciting match as they look to maintain their record. The Connecticut Sun has a 15-2 record in preseason contests since 2015. They will also play against Atlanta Dream on May 14 at Gateway Center Arena @ College Park, which promises to be another intriguing match-up.
Connecticut Sun’s 2023 Regular season
The Connecticut Sun has announced their two preseason games but are now focused on the upcoming regular season that starts on May 19. The first game will be against Indiana Fever, and fans worldwide can’t wait to see how the Sun performs in this year’s championship.
Conclusion
Basketball is not just a sport; it is an art form. Fans worldwide eagerly anticipate every tournament of every season, and the WNBA and BIG3 league provide both talent and entertainment on the court. Here’s hoping that this year’s season outdoes all expectations!
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