When was the NBA 2K League officially launched?
The official logo for the NBA 2K League was revealed on the 11th of December 2017. The league announced its inaugural season earlier that year in 2017 with games beginning in 2018.
Questions about NBA 2K League
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What is the salary structure for players in the NBA 2K League?
Players drafted in the first round made a base salary of $35,000 while subsequent rounds earned $33,000 during the six-month season. Players retained by teams following a season earned $38,000 and could also earn money through the league's $2.5 million prize pool.
Which companies provide equipment to the NBA 2K League?
Equipment provided by Alienware and Intel is used for all matches in the league. HyperX serves as the headset sponsor while Scuf Gaming provides controllers for every match.
How many teams were added when the NBA 2K League expanded internationally?
The league grew to 23 teams in 2020 with the addition of Charlotte and Gen.G which became the first team outside of North America. It further expanded to Mexico in 2022 with Dux Gaming and to Australia in 2023 with NBL Oz Gaming.
Why did the NBA 2K League go on hiatus in 2024?
Andrew Perlmutter announced a mass layoff of all players and staff on the 2nd of July 2024 following the conclusion of the 2024 season. The league subsequently went on hiatus for eighteen months to undergo a major overhaul amidst recent challenges in the esports industry.