One thing is certain after the first few weeks of the inaugural season of the NBA 2K League: for fans more used the watching esports on Twitch, the live viewing experience is something wonderful to behold. The competitors sit on large, comfy chairs in the center of the intimately small studio. Teams of five face off across from each other—this is basketball, after all. Several rows of spectators sit behind the teams, and behind them, two large television screens show the life gameplay. Where pro basketball might be comparable to watching an arena concert, this is more like a secret gig.