NBA To Play First Ever Game In Africa On August 1 In Johannesburg

The NBA and the National Basketball Players Association announced Wednesday that the NBA's first game in Africa will take place Aug. 1 at Ellis Park Arena in Johannesburg, South Africa. The game will feature a Team Africa vs. Team World format and will be played in support of the Boys & Girls Clubs of South Africa, SOS Children's Villages Association of South Africa and the Nelson Mandela Foundation. Team Africa will be comprised of players from Africa and second-generation African players, and Team World will be comprised of players from the rest of the world. The game will air live in Africa on SuperSport. Eight-time NBA All-Star and NBPA President Chris Paul of the L.A. Clippers will serve as Team World's captain and two-time NBA All-Star Luol Deng of the Miami Heat -- born in South Sudan -- will serve as Team Africa's captain. Full rosters of players, coaches and former players, along with ticket information will be announced at a later date (NBA).