Affiliate of the Denver Nuggets’ home opener is November 23 against in-state rival the Motor City Cruise
GRAND RAPIDS, MI (October 19, 2021) – The Grand Rapids Gold, the NBA G League affiliate of the Denver Nuggets, has announced tickets are now on sale for its 2021-22 NBA G League season, including tickets to the team’s home opener against in-state rival the Motor City Cruise on November 23. Tickets can be purchased online at nbagrandrapids.com, by phone at 844-9GR-GOLD, or in-person at the DeltaPlex Arena.
“Our team is thrilled to welcome fans back to the DeltaPlex this fall after a too-long hiatus,” noted Steve Jbara, president of the Grand Rapids Gold. “Our new name and our new affiliation have allowed us to create a new fan experience that we’re excited to share with our West Michigan community, including new theme nights and special promotions, which we’ll announce in the coming weeks.”
The Grand Rapids Gold’s 2021-22 schedule includes a 14-game Showcase Cup and a traditional 36-game regular season. The Grand Rapids Gold start their season on November 11 in Sioux Falls, Iowa, and return to their home court for the first time since March 2020 on November 23.
For media-related inquires and interview requests, contact Gwen Vryhof Bultema at gbultema@nbagrandrapids.com or 616-536-1400. 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, trainers and front-office staff for the NBA while acting as the league’s research and development laboratory. Featuring a total of 29 teams with 28 teams having direct affiliations with NBA franchises ahead of the 2020-21 season, the league offers elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a fun, family friendly atmosphere. A record 45% of all NBA players at the start of the 2020-21 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.
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