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Grand Rapids Gold Hosts Media Day and Open Practice at Van Andel Arena

The Gold look to host their first open practice of the season, free to the public

Grand Rapids Gold /October 27, 2022

The Grand Rapids Gold looks to host their 2022-23 Media Day on Nov. 1, 2022 at Van Andel Arena. Local media will have access to players and coaching staff from 2-4 p.m. EST for interviews. All interviews must be set up ahead of time through Brittney Whitefield at bwhitefield@nbagrandrapids.com prior to Nov. 1.

The team will host a free open practice and scrimmage, open to the public, on Nov. 1. Fans will have the opportunity to meet the players and receive autographs from all players and coaching staff.

The schedule will be as follows:
5-6 p.m. Open Practice
6-6:30 p.m. Scrimmage
6:30-7pm Player Meet and Greet/Autographs

Players available for interviews on media day include: Collin Gillespie, Jack White, Adonis Arms, Norris Cole, Kellan Grady, Grant Golden, Justin Tilman, Isaiah Wade, Bryce Wills, Sean Miller-Moore, Devonte Bandoo, Chasson Randle, Manny Camper, Trevon Duval, Quade Green, Trevor John and David Bell.

Stay up to date with all things Gold by following the team on social media at @NBAGrandRapids on Twitter and Grand Rapids Gold on Instagram and Facebook.

For media-related inquiries and interview requests, contact Brittney Whitefield, 248-563-8736, bwhitefield@nbagrandrapids.com or Shaneé Marvin, 269-330-0036, smarvin@nbagrandrapids.com.

About the NBA G League

The NBA’s official minor league, the NBA G League prepares players, coaches, officials, training 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 2023-23, the league offers elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. A record 47 percent of all players on 2022-23 NBA opening night rosters 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.