EXCLUSIVE: Prime Video, Amazon Freevee Now Featuring Athlete-Owned PlayersTV, Deandre Jordan's New Show

PlayersTV, a network owned by more than 50 athletes from leagues such as the NFL, NBA, WNBA and MLB, has expanded its footprint by launching on Amazon.com, Inc. AMZN's Prime Video and Amazon Freevee as a free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) Channel.

This strategic move seeks to propel the network's mission: bridging fans and athletes through unparalleled, insightful content that delves into athletes’ lives and cultures beyond the game.

Notably, this expansion is marked by the premiere of “Vino Talk,” a new series that mingles the universes of sports and wine, hosted by NBA Champion Deandre Jordan and professional softball player and sports broadcaster, AJ Andrews.

Wine And Sports Converge

"Vino Talk" promises to be a confluence of spirited conversations about wine trends, intimate dialogues with prominent sommeliers and a deep dive into wine appreciation, providing viewers with a novel entertainment format that transcends conventional sports talk shows.

"We're super excited to bring 'Vino Talk' to PlayersTV and connect with wine enthusiasts and sports fans worldwide," Jordan said.

Andrews further explained the show’s essence, noting that it "bridges the worlds of sports, entertainment and wine in a friendly and enjoyable way."

The fresh series goes beyond being merely a talk show. With guests like NBA All-Star Chris Paul, Bel-Air star Coco Jones and NBA Champion JaVale Pierre McGee, the show intends to carve a niche, unveiling narratives and success stories of revered athletes and entertainers across the globe.

The Amazon Deal

Deron Guidrey, co-founder of PlayersTV, spoke about the network's Amazon alliance.

"This launch represents a major milestone for PlayersTV, as it enables us to enhance our mission of highlighting the human aspect of sports through compelling storytelling," he said.

This partnership not only increases PlayersTV's reach but also enhances its mission to magnify the human elements, endeavors and stories within the sports industry, casting a lens on aspects far removed from scoreboards and stadiums.

Since its inception, PlayersTV has offered a unique platform where athletes from various sports such as Damian Lillard and Carmelo Anthony, among others, come together as owners and investors, converging to provide fans an unprecedented look into their off-field lives and experiences through original programming and documentaries.

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