With German world and European champions in their luggage, the best basketball league in the world is coming to Berlin. For the Wagner brothers Franz and Moritz from the Orlando Magic, the first regular NBA season game in Germany is a return to their hometown. Tristan da Silva is also expected to be on the floor in the Florida team’s game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Like the NFL last November, the NBA There will be lots of events and promotions for fans around the game on January 15th (8 p.m./Amazon Prime).
The “NBA House” from January 9th to 11th
In the Uber Eats Music Hall, visitors can demonstrate their skills on a real NBA half court. You can also take photos with the trophy for the NBA champion, the Larry O’Brien Trophy, and imitate famous dunks and win prizes using an interactive photo campaign. Appearances by former NBA players such as Mickael Pietrus (Sunday, 4 p.m.) are also planned. It is open from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. You can get free tickets on the League website for the game in Berlin secure.
The “Magic Kiez”
The Wagner brothers team has its headquarters in Magenta Mitte. Other former Magic players such as Marcin Gortat, Nick Anderson and Hedo Turkoglu as well as mascot Stuff will be guests. There are competitions and interactive opportunities for fans. Open on January 10th, 12th, 13th and 14th from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. On the day of the game until 6 p.m. Entry is free and possible without a ticket. The team is planning for this Florida on some days autograph sessions at other locations in the capital.
The Wagner brothers and “White Chocolate” meet
The basketball shop “Kickz” on Kurfürstendamm is also part of the program. There will be a meet and greet with the Wagner brothers at the store on January 14th from 4 to 5 p.m. Fans are encouraged to arrive early to secure a spot. The evening before (6 p.m.) there will be a panel with ex-Magic and Grizzlies professional Jason Williams, who will also sign autographs afterwards. During his playing days, Williams was nicknamed “White Chocolate” for his spectacular style of play.
Basketball courses and sustainability
There will be numerous basketball clinics for youth and youth coaches throughout the week, including a wheelchair basketball clinic with Williams. The participants have already been selected. Guests include ex-professionals and on January 14th also the teams themselves. The players will also take part in the league’s sustainability projects.
Viewing Party
For fans without a ticket who want to experience the game in a large group, the league is offering a public viewing at the Uber Eats Music Hall. It opens at 6:30 p.m. on match day. Tickets start at 15 euros Website for the game.
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