The home of the world champion Los Angeles Lakers and Kings will now host its first eSports championship on October 4.
The road to the finals will not be easy. In the coming weeks, professional teams in each region will play in qualifier events around the world. The top 14 teams from North America, Korea, China, Southeast Asia, Europe, and an international wild-card will then head to Southern California for the World Playoffs. After a group stage and two critical single-elimination rounds, the two remaining teams advance to the Staples Center for an epic showdown.
Top teams from around the world will compete during qualifying events throughout the summer, with regional dominance and a trip to Los Angeles on the line. With thousands of seats filled and millions of fans watching from home, the World Championship closes out a historic season for professional eSports
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