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It’s official: the Captains of Mexico City will enter the NBA G-League system from next season, the 2021 / 22, becoming the first franchise in Latin America to join the NBA development circuit.
The capital franchise published a statement in which they released the details of their entry into the NBA G-League. “ We are excited to participate in the season 2021 / 22 of the NBA G-League and we have worked hard to be aligned with the health and safety guidelines necessary to keep fans, players and staff safe “.
Said work involves an effort, confesses the club, which will mean playing outside home throughout the season . The Capitanes of Mexico City will play all their matches in the United States , due to security protocols and existing restrictions regarding international flights.
“ Our intention is not only to compete at the best level next season: we want to return better than ever to Mexico City to meet with our people and make the Captain Territory vibrate once more “, concludes the statement.
The CDMX Captains did not enter the G-League last season due to COVID – 19. They stopped their activities for a whole year, and they were patient for this moment to finally come true.
This Tuesday the official calendar of the season will be announced 2021 / 22 of the NBA G-League. And although it is at a distance, Mexico will have its representative in the development league. Giant steps.