food IS a theme park
It’s really happening — the NBA is coming to Disney World.
Shoot NBA Experience
Since the announcement that the NBA would be finishing their season in the Most Magical Place on Earth, news about the league’s accommodations has been trickling in. Earlier today we found out where the players would be staying, and now we know a little bit more about the amenities they’ll receive during their stay.
It seems like there’s always something special happening at Disney World!
Mickey Mouse
But even though some three-day weekends and holidays tend to bring heavier crowds to Disney World, you really need to know about these more unique events if you’re trying to avoid lots of people!
As Disney World prepares to reopen to visitors, the NBA and MLS are getting ready to host their seasons and tournaments at Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports.
NBA Experience
Although Milwaukee Bucks player Robin Lopez has spoken out about the NBA’s stay (in three different resorts on property) at Disney World in the most entertaining way possible, Mayor Jerry Demings is also chiming in about the sports leagues return.
It’s no secret Disney World has REALLY been keeping us on our toes lately!
Walt Disney World
Not only have there been a ton of new announcements regarding transportation and hotel services for guests once the resorts reopen, but now that MLS and NBA players are headed to Disney World, there’s been a ton of questions over where these pro athletes will be housed!
Disney World is providing a solution for the return of major league sports.
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
Last week, it was officially determined that the NBA would be resuming its 2020 season at Disney World’s ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex — and they’re not the only ones. Also coming to the complex for a season reboot is Major League Soccer! Today, the league announced some more details and WHEN they’ll be going for the goals again. Take a look!
Disney World will be the new home of the NBA, hosting the rest of the 2020 season for 22 teams.
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
But while NBA players won’t be allowed to roam the theme parks during their downtime when they’re being housed at Disney World, one very big Disney fan has something to say about it!
The NBA has OFFICIALLY made an agreement with Disney World that it will resume its season on July 31st with a 22-team format!
NBA Experience
While we know the playoffs are coming to Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports, there hasn’t been a definite answer regarding where the players will stay when the season begins after the parks’ grand re-opening.
Hey, guys! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re recapping ALL the news you may have missed from the theme parks this week! And there’s a LOT of news!
Universal
The BIG news this week is that Universal Orlando has reopened with new health and safety protocols! And we were there LIVE reporting from opening day.
We’ve been waiting to hear official confirmation that the NBA will likely be finishing the season at Disney World.
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
Yesterday, we found out more about the potential dates and arrangements for the NBA at Disney and what teams would likely be joining the league at the Orlando resort. The plan was pending approval until it was just announced that the National Basketball Players Association has approved the 22-team format for the NBA to finish the season.
Today, the NBA moved one step closer to finalizing that they will resume their season at Disney World in the coming weeks. With teams being asked to report to the ESPN Wide World of Sports by the end of July, the sports world is buzzing with excitement!
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
Sports Center took their excitement a step further by welcoming the NBA “back” in what is probably the MOST Disney way possible!
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