GRAND RAPIDS, MI (September 1, 2022) – The Grand Rapids Gold, the NBA G League affiliate of the Denver Nuggets, have announced their full 2022-23 season schedule. The Gold will start their season on November 5 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and return to their home court November 10 to take on their in-state rival, Motor City Cruise.
The Gold’s home opener on November 10 will be the team’s debut in their new home arena, Van Andel Arena. “Our team is ready to get this season started in our new home arena. The move to Van Andel Arena has allowed us the opportunity to give fans an experience unlike anything years prior” noted Steve Jbara, president of the Grand Rapids Gold. “Heading into year two with the Denver Nuggets and year one of our new arena, fans have a lot to look forward to this season.”
The 2022-23 NBA G League season begins on November 5 with the Showcase Cup, a 18-game competition featuring all 30 G League teams and the NBA G League Ignite. It culminates at the NBA G League Winter Showcase with the Showcase Cup Championship Game. All NBA G League teams' records will reset on December 27 with the start of the 32-game regular season.
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About the NBA G League
About the NBA G League:
The NBA’s official minor league, the NBA G League prepares players, coaches, officials, trainers and front-office staff for the NBA while acting as the league’s research and development laboratory. Featuring 30 teams, 28 with direct affiliations to NBA franchises for 2021-22, the league offers elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. 54 percent of all NBA players at the end of the 2021-22 season boasted NBA G League experience. In fostering the league’s connection to the community, its teams, players and staff promote health and wellness, support local needs and interests, and assist in educational development through NBA Cares programs.
About the Grand Rapids Gold
The Grand Rapids Gold are a member of the NBA G League and affiliated with the Denver Nuggets. The organization is committed to providing an elite level of basketball to the West Michigan community, while also investing in and contributing to the West Michigan community. The team is owned by SSJ Group LLC. For more information about the organization, visit www.nbagrandrapids.com and follow the team on its social media channels.