NBA Legends Headline Abu Dhabi Fan Events 2024
The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) have unveiled the lineup of NBA and WNBA legends and celebrities set to headline “NBA Fan Appreciation Day in Abu Dhabi” on Saturday, October 5, at Etihad Arena, and “NBA District” from October 3 to 6 at Manarat Al Saadiyat. These fan-focused events are part of The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2024 presented by ADQ, featuring the Boston Celtics and the Denver Nuggets – the two most recent NBA champions – playing preseason games on October 4 and 6 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island.
The seven NBA and WNBA legends attending include Muggsy Bogues, Marcus Camby, Derek Fisher, Sylvia Fowles, Kevin Garnett, Shaquille O’Neal, and Mitch Richmond, who collectively boast 44 All-Star appearances, 12 championships, and three league MVP Awards. Grammy Award-winning rapper 2 Chainz will also perform live at both events, including The NBA Night, hosted by Shaq, at NBA District on October 3.
NBA Fan Appreciation Day in Abu Dhabi kicks off at 4:30 p.m. on October 5, celebrating basketball with entertainment featuring Celtics and Nuggets players, a skills challenge, a three-point contest, team mascot appearances, a slam dunk contest with professional dunkers, musical performances, and more.
NBA District, an interactive fan event celebrating basketball and its influence on popular culture, will open to the public at 1 p.m. on October 3. Fans can enjoy basketball activities on a full-size NBA court, take photos with the Larry O’Brien Trophy, purchase exclusive NBA merchandise, get free haircuts at the NBA Barbershop, attend panel sessions, and more.
