Insert Coin(s) and NBA Summer League to Host NBA 2K Tournament on July 18th
Ball for the big bucks and NBA Summer League packages by showing off your gaming skills at Insert Coin(s)
The downtown nightlife hotspot, Insert Coin(s), has partnered with the NBA Summer League to host an exclusive tournament at the interactive venue. On July 18th, at 7 pm, serious gamers and fun seekers alike are invited to show off their ballin’ skills in a battle of the best in the popular video game, NBA 2K. The drinks will be flowing, and DJ 88 and DJ Fabian will be spinning to keep the crowd moving, and players in their ‘zone’ throughout the tournament.
Although it is a friendly competition, there is a lot on the line, as the champions will take home bragging rights, as well as $1,000 cash and NBA Summer League packages. In addition, the ten top contenders will have the chance to put their skills to the ultimate test and challenge NBA players in a match of NBA 2k the following day, Friday, July 19th.
The NBA Summer League brings talented athletes and excitement to Las Vegas annually. The 2013 roster features the NBA’s newest talent have always been a staple at NBA Summer League, with seven of the last eight NBA Rookie of the Year Award winners joining their teams in Las Vegas including: Chris Paul (New Orleans, 2005-06), Brandon Roy (Portland, 2006-07), Kevin Durant (Oklahoma City, 2007-08), Tyreke Evans (Sacramento, 2009-10), Blake Griffin (L.A. Clippers, 2010-11), Kyrie Irving (Cleveland, 2011-12) and Damian Lillard (Portland, 2012-13). For more details, schedule, and full roster, visit this link.
Players can pre-register for the NBA 2k tournament at Insert Coin(s) by sending their name and phone number to [email protected]. The cost to play in the tournament consists of a $5 entry fee. Competitors can enter at the door on the day of the event if availability allows.
About Insert Coin(s) Videolounge Gamebar:
Nestled in the iconic, neon-laden Fremont East District of Downtown Las Vegas, Insert Coin(s) Videolounge Gamebar features an innovative combination of classic arcades, lounge service, console video gaming and world-renowned DJs. Guests can choose from more than 60 refurbished arcade cabinets in the COIN-OP Corner, including “Tron,” “Frogger,” “Donkey Kong” and “Joust,” as well as 40 video game consoles, ranging from Atari 2600 to Super Nintendo to Xbox 360. Home to thousands of modern and retro games and 44 large HDTV’s, InsertCoin(s) is an ideal venue for videogame tournaments, private parties, corporate events and product launches. For reservations call 702-477-2525. Insert Coin(s) Videolounge Gamebar is located at 512 Fremont Street. For additional information, please visit www.InsertCoinsLV.com, facebook.com/insertcoinslv or twitter.com/insertcoinslv.
About the NBA Summer League:
Tickets for the 2013 NBA Summer League will go on sale June 1, at 10 a.m. PDT. Fans will be able to purchase tickets for the NBA’s hottest summer action by calling 702-739-FANS, through UNLVtickets.com or by visiting UNLVtickets outlet Town Square Las Vegas Concierge. NBA TV will exclusively televise NBA Summer League games from Las Vegas with a complete schedule of games and broadcast information to be released at a later date. Additionally, fans will once again be able to watch every NBA Summer League game live on NBA.com and NBA Mobile via a subscription-based package. Fans will be able to purchase tickets by calling 702-739-FANS, through UNLVtickets.com or by visiting any UNLV ticket outlet. For additional information, visit http://www.nba.com/summerleague/.
