UBA TAKES CENTER STAGE AT STATE FARM ARENA IN ATLANTA HAWKS SHOWCASE DOUBLEHEADER

GIE Cibao Immortals dominate Clermont Crocs 170–79; Georgia Power defeats Illinois Energy 86–74 as UBA prepares for 2027 relaunch.

ATLANTA, GA — The United Basketball Association (UBA) returned to the spotlight with an exciting basketball showcase in partnership with the Atlanta Hawks, bringing four teams together for a special doubleheader at State Farm Arena ahead of the Hawks' matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers.

The event featured two matchups highlighting the UBA's expanding basketball platform, including a meeting between two new league franchises and an international preseason showcase featuring teams from the Dominican Republic and Florida.

GEORGIA POWER DEFEATS ILLINOIS ENERGY, 86–74

The opening matchup featured two of the UBA's newest franchises, the Georgia Power and Illinois Energy, as both organizations took the floor at State Farm Arena.

Georgia Power delivered a strong performance, securing an 86–74 victory behind an impressive all-around effort from Khalil Brown.

Brown led the Power with 19 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists, providing the offensive production and versatility needed to lead his team to victory.

Illinois Energy was led by Ken Lewis, who finished with 16 points, 7 rebounds and 5 steals. Lewis made his presence felt on both ends of the floor, particularly defensively, but the Energy ultimately came up short against the Power.

The matchup provided an early look at two franchises preparing to compete as the UBA builds toward its highly anticipated 2027 season.

GIE CIBAO IMMORTALS EXPLODE FOR 170 POINTS IN DOMINANT VICTORY

The headline matchup featured the GIE Cibao Immortals, representing the Dominican Republic's LDC Superior League, against the Clermont Crocs of the Florida Basketball Association (FBA).

The Immortals wasted little time establishing control, delivering an explosive offensive performance from start to finish en route to a commanding 170–79 victory.

Veteran standout Paul Harrison led the charge with an impressive double-double, recording 35 points and 11 rebounds.

However, the biggest difference came from the Immortals' perimeter attack.

Sharpshooting guards Bernard Parks (28) and Josh Montgomery (24) combined to knock down an incredible 16 three-pointers, fueling an offensive explosion that the Crocs struggled to contain.

The Immortals' ability to stretch the floor, create scoring opportunities and consistently connect from beyond the arc proved overwhelming.

With 170 points on the scoreboard, GIE Cibao delivered one of the showcase's most memorable performances, demonstrating the offensive firepower of the Dominican-based franchise.

The matchup also highlighted the UBA's growing international connections, bringing together organizations competing in different basketball markets under one platform.

UBA BUILDS MOMENTUM TOWARD SUMMER 2027 RELAUNCH

The showcase represented another important step for the United Basketball Association as it prepares for its official return in the summer of 2027.

Founded in 2009, the UBA has built a history of providing opportunities for players to develop their careers through competitive basketball, professional exposure and international connections.

The partnership with the Atlanta Hawks provided participating teams and players with the opportunity to compete on an NBA floor at State Farm Arena, showcasing their talent in one of professional basketball's premier environments.

With new franchises entering the league, international partnerships expanding and preparations underway for the upcoming season, the UBA continues to position itself as a developmental platform for players pursuing opportunities at the next level.

The road to the 2027 UBA season has officially begun.

For additional information about the United Basketball Association, upcoming events, franchises and the 2027 season, visit www.ubanow.com.