Sports Media Report
Teams of 1v1 hoopsters representing Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago, Miami, New York, and Washington, D.C. advanced at “OBL: Battle of the Cities,” the first of three Championship events for Tracy McGrady’s Ones Basketball League (OBL), held Friday at Oak Ridge High School. The teams of four 1v1 standouts battled it out in front of an enthusiastic crowd and nationwide audience on Fubu Sports Network and YouTube.
D.C. scored the highest total with 28 points, followed by Miami with 27, Chicago (24), Baltimore (23), and Atlanta (21). New York and Orlando tied with 16, with the Big Apple gaining the sixth and final spot by point differential. Raleigh, N.C. trailed with 14.
In two of the featured matchups, Kevin “Uncle Skoob” Kuteyi (Washington, D.C.) topped DJ Waters (Atlanta) and Yoshi Craig (Chicago) upended Isaiah “Leaky Roof” Brown (New York) to close out the exciting night of action.
In one of the best games, Atlanta’s Paul Parks took a 6-2 lead over Miami’s Byrd Daniel III, before Daniel swished two straight behind the arc to tie it at 6. Parks then flipped in a put-back layup to win, 7-6.
“Tonight’s competition exemplifies what OBL can be,” said McGrady. “The competitive spirit these guys showed in every 1v1 battle made for an entertaining night for the fans on hand and viewers on stream, as well as some great highlights for social media.”
The six teams advance to the next phase of the Championship, “Standing 6,” set for June 12. From there, four will move on to “For the Throne,” the July 1 finals. Both events will also be held at Oak Ridge High School in Orlando. Full details available at www.oblhoops.com.
OBL: Battle of the Cities
May 15, 2026
Standings:
Washington, D.C., 28 points*
Miami, 27*
Chicago, 24*
Baltimore, 23*
Atlanta, 21*
New York, 16*
Orlando, 16
Raleigh, 14
*advanced to next round (New York won tiebreaker)
Game Results:
Game 1 – Hegel Augustin (N.Y.) d. Malik Dunbar (Atlanta), 7-3
Game 2 – Terry Hosley (Baltimore) d. Zay Melendez (Orlando), 7-5
Game 3 – Mario Smith (Chicago) d. Marque Maultsby (Raleigh), 7-6
Game 4 – AB Camara (D.C.) d. Bryce Moragne (Orlando), 7-3
Game 5 – Dajour Joseph (Miami) d. Jawaun Daniels (N.Y.), 7-3
Game 6 – Brannon Hopkins (Atlanta) d. Mitchell Anderson (Chicago), 7-3
Game 7 – Zae Moore (D.C.) d. Robert Fomby (Baltimore), 8-4
Game 8 – Owen Browne (Miami) d. Darius Johnson-Odom (Raleigh), 8-0
Game 9 – Brandon Daughtry (Chicago) d. Phel Pierre (Orlando), 7-1
Game 10 – Tevin Curtis (Baltimore) d. DJ Thomas (Raleigh), 7-4
Game 11 – Paul Parks (Atlanta) d. Byrd Daniel III (Miami), 7-6
Game 12 – Bruce Massey (D.C.) d. Jerry Mordi (N.Y.), 7-4
Game 13 – Janjoe Thelemaque (Orlando) d. DJ Little (Raleigh), 7-4
Game 14 – Joey Martinez (Miami) d. Dylon Cormier (Baltimore), 7-5
Game 15 – Kevin “Uncle Skoob” Kuteyi (D.C.) d. DJ Waters (Atlanta), 7-4
Game 16 – Yoshi Craig (Chicago) d. Isaiah “Leaky Roof” Brown (N.Y.), 7-2
Founded by Basketball Hall of Famer McGrady, the OBL is a 1v1 basketball competition drawing players from cities nationwide. During the Summer 2026 multi-week season, eight initial cities will field teams featuring hoopers who embody the heart and essence of their respective towns, bringing a unique and dynamic aspect to their representation. Cities battle for pride and prize, each sending out one player at a time in one-on-one matchups for thrilling, quick games that keep audiences on the edge of their seats. The production will feature intense gameplay, as well as a deeper look into player backgrounds and real individual stories highlighting their talent and authenticity.
“OBL: Battle of The Cities” takes an expanded version of the original OBL, with elite athletes bringing their own vision, culture and prestige from the cities where they grew up, played, or call home. Each city-based team has a four-man roster, comprised of players who best reflect the tradition, values and basketball culture of that city, hand-selected by the teams’ celebrity Owners and GMs.
The “Battle of The Cities” team Owners and GMs include:
• Team Atlanta: Jaylen Brown, star of the Boston Celtics
• Team Baltimore: Muggsy Bogues, 14-year NBA veteran
• Team Chicago: Larenz Tate, actor, film producer, basketball aficionado
• Team Miami: Tim Hardaway Sr., five-time NBA All-Star
• Team New York: Jadakiss, recording star and basketball insider
• Team Orlando: Vince Carter, 22-year NBA veteran
• Team Raleigh: John Wall, five-time NBA All-Star
• Team Washington, D.C.: Quinn Cook, two-time NBA champion
