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Get ready to change how you watch the NBA

By Brandon Jefferson

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - FEBRUARY 23: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks shoots a free throw during the first half of a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Fiserv Forum on February 23, 2019 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - FEBRUARY 23: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks shoots a free throw during the first half of a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Fiserv Forum on February 23, 2019 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /
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Tonight, ESPN, the NBA, and Second Spectrum are teaming up to completely change the way you watch basketball with Full Court Press.

When Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks take on LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers at 10:30 PM EST you will have the opportunity to experience a NBA broadcast in a completely new way.

Full Court Press will air on ESPN+ and with the aid of Second Spectrum’s augmented video capabilities, viewers will be able to watch in one of three modes: Coach, Player, or Mascot.

Coach mode allows viewers to dive headfirst into an analytical presentation with a focus on X’s and O’s through the use of live on-court diagrams. Every action within a play will be accompanied by an on-court icon.

Player mode uses above-the-rim cameras to keep the court in view at all times. On the floor, viewers will be given scoring probabilities for all five offensive players based on where they’re located. As the players move about the floor, the probabilities will change too.

Mascot mode is entertainment-based and features eye-popping graphics to emphasize the action occurring in the game. For example, if a player (or team) is on a scoring streak expect fire graphic to pop up and the same would be true if a player badly misses a shot—expect a 3-D brick to be placed on the screen.

Along with the three distinct viewing options, Full Court Press will also offer fans live analysis from ESPN personalities Adam Amin, Kirk Goldsberry, and Zach Lowe.

ESPN’s executive vice president, Stephanie Druley said about this new venture, “We’re excited to present a completely distinct and innovative way to watch a highly-anticipated NBA game to fans. There are several ways to tell the story of a basketball game, and through this collaboration with Second Spectrum, and the great work of our production team, we can offer new ways to reach all NBA fans.”

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The Los Angeles Clippers have used a similar simulcast option, called Clippers CourtVision, during some of their games this season, but tonight’s game between the Bucks and Lakers marks the first time that this type of broadcast will be available nationally.

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