Top 5 NBA games that had the largest crowd in NBA history
Mentioned here are the top 5 NBA games that had the largest crowd in NBA history.
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Warriors vs. Spurs at Alamodome with a crowd of 68,323 spectators
The NBA’s global presence has always been supported by fans. The 1980s national television audience boom and the emergence of live streaming in the 21st century both had a crucial role in the league and its players’ rise to prominence. However, going to a game in person is still the ultimate experience for large crowds of all ages to see the heights of athleticism, coordination, and competition.
With 68,323 spectators in attendance on Friday, the San Antonio Spurs shattered the NBA’s all-time largest crowd mark for a single regular-season game, setting a new benchmark in that area. The Chicago Bulls and Atlanta Hawks broke the previous record for a single game in the Georgia Dome in 1998 with 62,046 spectators. The old Alamodome, which hosted memorable Spurs games from 1993 to 2002, was where the Spurs made their historical debut. The visiting Warriors’ record-breaking performance at San Antonio on Friday was supervised by Steve Kerr, a significant member of that 1998 Bulls squad. Here’s a look at some of the most memorable and well-attended games in league history.
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NBA All-Star Game of 2010
A historic NBA extravaganza was staged at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, for the league’s premier midseason exhibition. 108,713 spectators watched this game on February 10, 2010, when it was played. The energy in the crowd remained high despite injuries to reigning NBA champion Kobe Bryant and 24-year-old Chris Paul. Wade and James gave the East a 141-139 advantage against the West. Wade won the MVP award, and James and Wade combined for 53 points, 17 assists, and nine steals.
Atlanta Hawks vs. Chicago Bulls
At the Georgia Dome, Michael Jordan scored 34 points on 50% shooting as Chicago defeated the Hawks 89-74. The attendance for this game on March 27, 1998, was 62,046. For the Hawks, who hosted the game in Atlanta and broke the attendance record, Mutombo packed the stat sheet. The facility was required since the Hawks’ regular stadium was being built as spectators gathered for what many believed may be Jordan’s final game in Atlanta.
Detroit Pistons vs. Boston Celtics
Detroit was a hotbed of Celtic resentment and championship ambitions, still reeling from a painful 4-3 conference finals defeat to Boston just eight months ago. On January 29, 1988, 61,983 spectators packed the Pontiac Silverdome to watch the most recent installment of this legendary rivalry. Eight Pistons scored in double digits to balance out Bird’s 25 points, 11 rebounds, and eight assists in Detroit’s 125-108 triumph.
Philadelphia 76ers vs Detroit Pistons
A total of 52,745 spectators saw the Detroit Pistons and Philadelphia 76ers game earlier, on February 14, 1987. At the Pontiac Silverdome, Detroit, the host team, defeated the visitors 125–107.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs Denver Nuggets
Two of Minnesota’s games at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome’s brief first season attracted more than 45,000 spectators each. The first-year team in the league took the lead before falling to the combined 43 points of Adams and Lever. The contest took place on April 17, 1990. By a score of 99-89, Minnesota was defeated by the Nuggets.
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