MTN DEW® Introduces "MTN DEW® Zone" - The First Significant Change To The NBA 3-Point Contest Since 1986

NBA All-Star 2020 also features MTN DEW® Courtside Studios, bringing fans a star-studded roster of NBA and WNBA athletes, top musical performances and more

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Feb 04, 2020, 18:40 ET

PURCHASE, N.Y., Feb. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- MTN DEW® is pushing boundaries during NBA All-Star:

MTN DEW® INTRODUCES “MTN DEW® ZONE” - THE FIRST SIGNIFICANT CHANGE TO THE NBA 3-POINT CONTEST SINCE 1986

Introducing the "MTN DEW Zone" – an area on the court 30-feet from the hoop. Shots made from the "MTN DEW Zone" are worth three points each, more than any other shots in the competition. Players who make these two shots earn six additional points.
MTN DEW Courtside Studios, where culture collides with the ultimate experiences in music, style and hoops, returns for the third consecutive year.
A limited-edition Capsule Collection: MTN DEW collaborates with RSVP Gallery, one of Chicago's hottest brands.
Exclusive collection of limited-edition MTN DEW Mini Cans featuring DEW roster members not available in stores.

MTN DEW is bringing the "MTN DEW Zone" to NBA All-Star 2020 along with the return of hoops culture hub, MTN DEW Courtside Studios. The weekend long celebration gives fans exclusive access to all things music and style, and brings a variety of NBA and WNBA players, legends, musicians and personalities to the Courtside Studios space – including headline performances by rapper Dave East and more.

"As a longtime partner of the NBA, we're excited to test athletes' limits like no other contest has done before," said Erin Chin, Senior Director, Marketing, MTN DEW. "The fans are accustomed to bold players making bold shots all season long, therefore, this new addition of the "MTN DEW Zone," six-feet beyond the arc is the perfect addition to complement the contest."

MTN DEW will unleash a number of interactive consumer-facing events during NBA All-Star 2020, including:

MTN DEW 3-Point Contest
In its sophomore year as a sponsor of the 3-point contest, MTN DEW collaborated with the NBA to introduce the first significant change to the competition since its inception in 1986 - with the addition of the "MTN DEW Zone." As a brand committed to championing the power of doing, MTN DEW brings game-changing charge to the weekend's highly anticipated 3-point contest, part of State Farm® All-Star Saturday Night.

MTN DEW Zone enhancements include:

Spalding NBA Official MTN DEW Branded Green Ball: Players will test their range by shooting a total of two special Green MTN DEW basketballs from 29' 9" from the rim - 6 feet behind the current 3-point line
Point Value: Each made shot from the "MTN DEW Zone" is worth 3 points, increasing the maximum points earnings from 34 to 40 each round
Time: a 10-second time increase applied to each round, making the total round times 1:10

Players including the defending champion, other previous champions, and seven of the current top 10 in three-point conversions will compete in the two-round, timed competition – the player with the highest score at the end will be named the winner.

"The 3-point shot has transformed the way basketball is played and is the most exciting element of today's game," said Justin Toman, Head of Sports Marketing, PepsiCo."More and more players are mastering their 3-point shot, some from well behind the arc. Working closely with our partners at the NBA, MTN DEW has evolved the 3-point contest to capture the thrill of the deep shot and give fans a faster, more exciting experience."

MTN DEW Courtside Studios:
For the third consecutive year, MTN DEW Courtside Studios will bring together some of the biggest NBA superstars and personalities to showcase their off-the-court lifestyle. The one-of-a-kind pop-up experience serves as a hub for all things MTN DEW, and treats fans to a series of experiential activations, including:

Athlete Appearances: DEW will host NBA athletes to the stage for games, interviews and surprises.
Music: Headlining music performances by Dave East and sets from DJ Austin Millz and DJ Mike P - spinning fan favorites throughout the weekend.
Fashion: Lucky fans will have the opportunity to get their hands on the limited-edition All-Star capsule collection from DEW x RSVP Gallery.
Meet the Makers Series: Panel discussions bringing fans closer than courtside with Chicago designers and artists such as Louis De Guzman, Blue the Great and more – discussing the future of fashion, art and basketball culture.
MTN DEW Limited Edition Player Mini Cans: Fans can score limited-edition MTN DEW Mini Cans featuring DEW roster members A'ja Wilson, Joel Embiid and Zion Williamson.

But it won't stop there, as MTN DEW will leave its mark throughout Chicago with a full takeover of the Morgan Green Line station and three MTN DEW wrapped trains.

MTN DEW x Ruffles Court at Bleacher Report All-Star Event
For the second year in a row, MTN DEW is teaming up with Ruffles at the Bleacher Report All-Star Event. Building on the Ruffles presenting partnership of the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, on Sunday, February 16, fans can watch the MTN DEW x Ruffles Ballers Ball – featuring NBA legends, hip hop artists and off-the-court influencers. Fans in attendance, can also experience hoops culture through a custom built MTN DEW x Ruffles lounge-featuring a virtual reality 3-Point game and locker room photo opportunities.

Visit https://www.mountaindew.com/products for product information and www.mountaindew.com/courtsidestudios for information on MTN DEW Courtside Studios and a full schedule of events during NBA All-Star 2020. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @mountaindew by using #MTNDEW.

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About MTN DEW
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About NBA All-Star 2020
NBA All-Star 2020 in Chicago will bring together the most talented and passionate players in the league's history for a global celebration of the game. The 69^th NBA All-Star Game, which will take place on Sunday, Feb. 16 at the United Center, will reach fans in more than 200 countries and territories in more than 40 languages. TNT will televise the All-Star Game for the 18^th consecutive year, marking Turner Sports' 35^th year of NBA All-Star coverage. The United Center will also host Rising Stars on Friday, Feb. 14 and State Farm^® All-Star Saturday Night on Saturday, Feb. 15. The NBA All-Star Celebrity Game presented by Ruffles on Feb. 14 and the NBA All-Star Practice & Media Day presented by AT&T on Feb. 15 will take place at Wintrust Arena.