LCS & Americas Update for 2025 | The Dive Driven by Kia Q&A

LCS Commissioner Mark Zimmerman drops by the Dive to answer community questions and discuss the 2025 changes with Azael, Kobe, and Meteos.

For more information on the 2025 updates, visit: https://lolesports.com/article/lol-esports-building-towards-a-brighter-future/bltc9412d7575d4625d

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro & LCS changes
2:59 - Why are these changes happening?
6:02 - Why are these changes happening now?
9:06 - Why is it not a competition for all the slots?
11:54 - Who is leaving the LCS?
13:00 - League composition & tier 2 questions
18:33 - Player Protection
19:13 - Guest spot - what happens if they win big? / questions
22:34 - Franchising, protections, and performance clauses
25:13 - LatAm questions
27:30 - Is the LCS keeping its brand?
30:07 - How much change is too much change?
32:51 - Are we keeping live patch?
33:53 - CBLOL & LLA ecosystem discussion
38:47 - Cross conference plans?
40:12 - How long will next season’s splits be?
43:53 - Fatigue and LCS history
47:20 - Broadcasting updates
50:47 - Regions and conferences: fandom, camaraderie, and obstacles
55:43 - What should fans be excited about?

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