CLEVELAND, Ohio -- It may not be a ticket to a professional career in esports, but it's a start.
Cavs Legion GC of the NBA 2K League is hosting a NBA 2K19 gaming tournament this weekend with a total prize pool of $1,000. There will also be additional prizes from team sponsors SteelSeries and Hot Pockets.
The event is doubling as a launch party for the newest version of the NBA 2K franchise. Gamers will have a chance to impress Cavs Legion star Brandon Caicedo (Hood) and GM Anthony Muraco, who will be in attendance to interact with fans.