The next Avengers project won’t be in theaters or on Disney+, but on ESPN’s linear and streaming networks, as part of the May 3 National Basketball Association game between the Golden State Warriors and New Orleans Pelicans. (Adweek)
The game’s traditional broadcast will air on ESPN, and a Marvel-themed telecast entitled Arena Of Heroes will be available on the network’s ESPN2 channel and streaming service ESPN+. (CNBC)
Superheroes including Black Panther, Iron Man, Doctor Strange and Captain Marvel will appear. There’ll be a Marvel storyline running through the game, as the Avengers “will hold a series of contests where the winners earn the right to train and fight alongside them as Marvel’s Champions,” according to ESPN. (Engadget)
ESPN commentators Ryan Ruocco and Richard Jefferson will provide commentary in a fully customized Marvel-themed studio at ESPN’s Bristol, Conn., campus. Additionally, the special presentation will include commentary and analysis from Marvel expert Angélique Roché. (TheWrap)