BIG3 Season Seven Set to Ignite on June 15, this 10-week extravaganza will tour across various cities

LOS ANGELES, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The highly anticipated seventh season of BIG3 is gearing up for an electrifying start at Oakland Arena in Oakland, CA on June 15, 2024, at 3:30 p.m. ET. Fans can catch the action live on the CBS Television Network and Paramount+. This 10-week extravaganza will tour across various cities including Tampa, FL, Baltimore, MD, Newark, NJ, Anaheim, CA, Portland, OR, Cincinnati, OH, and San Antonio, TX, before culminating in the playoffs at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN, on Sunday, August 11, and the epic 2024 BIG3 Championship Game at TD Garden in Boston, Mа, on Sunday, August 18.

Viewers can tune in to CBS, Paramount+, and X for live coverage, with more broadcast details and exclusive content to be revealed in the upcoming weeks. Tickets will be available for purchаse starting March 29, 2024, at BIG3.com/tickets.

“The BIG3 is gearing up for an explosive season seven,” exclaimed Ice Cube, CEO, and co-founder of BIG3. “From four-point shots to intense defensive plays, the BIG3 offers a unique basketball experience that fans crave. This season is all about our players, our fans, and pushing the boundaries of the game. With exciting matchups, new cities on the tour, and our signature FIREBALL3 style, we’re set to deliver unmatched entertainment to basketball enthusiasts nationwide throughout the summer.”

Season six witnessed the league’s triumphant return to cities like Detroit and Boston, culminating in a historic debut in Europe at London’s iconic O2 Arena for the 2023 BIG3 Championship Game, Celebrity Game, and All-Star Game. The event showcased star power with appearances by three-time NBA All-Star Jaylen Brown. The championship clаsh between Lisa Leslie’s Triplets and Nick Young’s Enemies climaxed with a sensational three-point shot by Jordan Crawford, clinching the first-ever BIG3 Championship title for the Enemies.

This announcement marks the latest milestone in a series of strategic moves during the offseason. The league recently unveiled its partnership with X to broadcast live games, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes access. Additionally, seasoned sports and brand executive Mark King joined the BIG3 Board of Directors earlier this year. Ice Cube was also recognized at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fаme in Springfield, where he was honored with the inaugural Ice Cube Impact Award for his significant contributions to the basketball community.

To stay updated on BIG3 news and events, visit BIG3.com and follow @thebig3 on X and Instagram. Detailed broadcast schedules, ticket information, and team rosters will be announced in due course.

ABOUT BIG3:Launched on January 11, 2017, BIG3 is the world’s first professional FIREBALL3 league, conceptualized by producer, actor, and music legend Ice Cube, alongside entertainment executive Jeff Kwatinetz. The league prioritizes player-centric entertainment and innovation, boasting a format free of downtime, where trаsh talk is encouraged, and every point matters. BIG3 teams feature a mix of hall of famers, icons, and rising stars, competing in high-energy 3-on-3 matchups. Known for its diversity and groundbreaking initiatives, BIG3 is the first Black-owned and operated professional sports league, with a commitment to inclusivity and progression. Ice Cube’s impact on the basketball community earned him the prestigious Ice Cube Impact Award at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fаme in 2024, marking a historic achievement for the non-player recipient.