Gold to Host Star Wars Night at Van Andel Arena on Sunday

The Grand Rapids Gold, the NBA G League affiliate of the Denver Nuggets, will host a Star Wars Night on Sunday, January 8th at 3pm EST. The team will take on the Maine Celtics whose roster features Denzel Valentine, a former Michigan State University basketball player.  

All fans who show up to the game wearing a Star Wars costume will receive free admission to the game. The first 500 fans will receive a free Gold light up toy. More than 10 Star Wars characters will be at the game to meet and take photos with fans. 

Sunday’s game will feature a Family Four Pack including four upper-level center seats and a $20 concession voucher for the price of $50 presented by Meijer. Individual tickets start as low as $10 plus fees. 

Fans can bid on game-worn, themed jerseys here starting now and ending at 11:59pm EST on Tuesday, January 10. All benefits will be donated to the Helen DeVos Children's Hospital. 

For media-related inquiries and interview requests, contact Brittney Whitefield at bwhitefield@nbagrandrapids.com or 248-563-8736. For more information on the Grand Rapids Gold, visit www.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 2022-23, 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.