Going For Your First NBA Game? Here’s What To Expect
So you are planning to go for your first NBA match? You’ll obviously be super excited to witness one as a first-timer! There’s nothing more special than watching your favorite teams and players from up close. And the roar in the court can also get your adrenaline rushing. Amazing as the feeling maybe, you should still know what to expect while going for your first game because it will be a completely different experience. Here are some tips on what to expect as an NBA newbie.
How early should you be there?
NBA has become very popular in recent years, with teams like LA Lakers, Golden State Warriors, and Chicago Bulls being on the top. There are chances that the court will be jam-packed for the matches of your favorite players and teams. So reaching early is a good idea if you want to have ample time for parking, going through security checks, getting food or drinks and finding your seats. You may also see the team warm-ups if you reach early. One hour before the game is regarded as the best time to be there.
Where should you park?
Parking is an aspect that you cannot overlook. Do check the team’s website to find out about the parking options. Although stadiums often provide parking space, you may not get one if you reach late. The only option, in that case, is to park at off-site lots. Try to get a space as close to as you can but make sure that you need not pay outrageous prices for private parking. Even better, you can reach there by public transport to eliminate the parking hassles.
Is it possible to get concessions?
Ticket prices can be expensive, particularly when you plan to check out the important matches on weekends or holidays. For example, you will have to shell out a good amount for Scoring Lakers tickets for a season finale. However, you can get an optimal concession by checking the prices online and buying on a website. Convenience is another benefit of buying NBA tickers online.
How long will the game last?
If you are going for an NBA match for the first time, you will want to know the estimated time span. An NBA game has four 12-minute quarters, along with a 15 to 18 minute halftime period. Additionally, there are two mandatory timeouts for commercials. The each quarter and teams are given a total of seven 75-second timeouts for each game. The expected time span, therefore, adds up to nearly two hours and 15 minutes.
Keep your phone aside
As a first-timer, you will want to take a lot of pictures of the event and some cool selfies as well. Ask a friend to do the favor instead of using your phone all the time. Rather than being stuck on the phone or giving live updates on social media, you should enjoy your first match because this is surely going to be an unforgettable experience.
Don’t miss a single moment of fun and excitement of your first NBA match because it is something that you will always remember!
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
