NBA G League Employee Directory
Spectator SportsNew York, United States501-1000 Employees
The NBA G League operates as the NBA's official minor league, preparing players, coaches, officials, trainers, and front-office staff for potential advancement to the NBA while also serving as the league's research and development arm. It comprises 26 teams with direct affiliations to NBA franchises for the 2017-18 season, offering elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a family-friendly setting. Statistics cited from the period show that a substantial portion of NBA players—about 44 percent—had G League experience by the end of the 2016-17 season. In addition to competition, the league promotes health and wellness and educational development through NBA Cares programs, reflecting its community involvement. It is based in New York, New York, and operates within the spectator sports industry as a developmental and experimentation platform for the NBA. G League games are broadcast on ESPN's family of networks and on NBA TV, enabling exposure to a broad audience.