VH1's "Basketball Wives" returns on a NEW night beginning Wednesday, June 19

New York, NY (May 22, 2019) - Summer kicks off on VH1 with the return of the fan-favorite series "Basketball Wives," premiering on a new night beginning Wednesday, June 19th at 8PM ET/PT.

This season, the ladies are tested like never before while balancing life's unexpected turns, career endeavors and strained relationships. The 16-episode installment welcomes back series veterans and a fresh newcomer to the group:

· After her son's recent heart surgery, Shaunie's focus is giving second chances and spreading love to those who have wronged her, including finding common ground with her ex.

· Evelyn is working on being the best mother for her son and daughter but when her parental instincts kick in, old habits begin to resurface.

· Tami is busier than ever, but unresolved confrontations could change the dynamic of her relationships with her daughters and friends forever.

· Jackie is experiencing empty nest syndrome as she prepares for her son to go off to college.

· Malaysia is struggling to find a solution to her current family drama and an unsettling rumor surrounding her personal life.

· Ready for a fresh start, Jennifer wants to rekindle friendships but her past might interfere with making amends.

· Kristen is faced with navigating an unexpected family secret that could cause everything she has built to collapse.

· CeCe and Byron are ecstatic about their future as husband and wife, but strained family ties may get in the way of the couple's happily ever after.

· After 10 years as an athlete, Ogum "OG" enters retirement and decides to pivot from playing football to coaching.

· Newcomer Feby Torres, is tired of being associated with her famous ex and is determined to make a new name for herself, even if that means making enemies.

For more information on "Basketball Wives" and up-to-date news, go to BasketballWives.VH1.com and follow the show on Facebook,Twitter & Instagram. Use #BasketballWives to join the conversation.

"Basketball Wives" is produced by Truly Original, Shed Media and VH1. Shaunie O'Neal is an executive producer.

ABOUT VH1

VH1 is the dominant pop culture brand for adults 18-49. The network is available in 86 million U.S. households and has an array of digital channels and services including the VH1 App, VH1.com and @VH1. VH1 is a unit of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB).

ABOUT TRULY ORIGINAL

Truly Original creates a broad range of scripted and unscripted programming for television and digital platforms. Run by Emmy award-winning producers Glenda Hersh and Steven Weinstock, who serve as Truly Original's co-presidents and CEOs, the company is a subsidiary of Endemol Shine North America. Truly Original's series include Basketball Wives for VH1; Ink Master and Ink Master: Grudge Match for Paramount Network; Deal or No Deal for CNBC, hosted by Howie Mandel; The Real Housewives of Atlanta, The Real Housewives of Potomac, Don't Be Tardy, Shahs of Sunset, Summer House and the upcoming Indian-ish for Bravo; Teen Mom: Young Moms Club for MTV; Swamp People for History; the upcoming Married Life (wt) for OWN; and many others. Truly Original is headquartered in New York City.