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Gulf Today
2 hours ago
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- Gulf Today
Abu Dhabi to host NBA pre-season games between Knicks and 76ers
The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) have announced that tickets for The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ will go on sale to the general public. The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ will feature the New York Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers playing pre-season games on October 2 and 4 at Etihad Arena on Yas Island. The Knicks currently feature two-time NBA All-Star Jalen Brunson, five-time NBA All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns and 2022 NBA All-Defensive First Team member Mikal Bridges. Bridges and Brunson previously played in Abu Dhabi as members of the USA Basketball (USAB) Men's National Team prior to the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. Towns participated in The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2023 as a member of the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 76ers currently feature 2023 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player and seven-time NBA All-Star Joel Embiid, nine-time NBA All-Star Paul George and 2024 NBA All-Star Tyrese Maxey. Embiid previously played in Abu Dhabi as a member of the USAB Men's National Team prior to the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ will air live in the UAE, across the Middle East and around the world, reaching fans in more than 200 countries and territories on television, digital media and social media. The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ are part of a multiyear collaboration between the NBA and DCT Abu Dhabi that features preseason NBA Global Games, youth development programming that has reached nearly 20,000 participants since 2022, interactive fan events featuring appearances by current and former NBA and WNBA players, and NBA Cares clinics promoting health and wellness.
Time Out Abu Dhabi
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time Out Abu Dhabi
Tickets for the NBA Abu Dhabi are now on sale
Basketball lovers, do we have some great news for you: the NBA is heading back to Abu Dhabi later this year and tickets are now on sale. A collaboration between the National Basketball Association (NBA) and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ will feature two big teams – the New York Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers. The two teams will be playing preseason games on Thursday October 2 and Saturday October 4 at Etihad Arena on Yas Island. This is the fourth consecutive year the NBA has done a preseason pit stop in the UAE capital. The 2024 edition saw the Denver Nuggets go up against the Boston Celtics, plus a super fun NBA Fan Appreciation Day that saw six absolute football legends (Roberto Carlos, Luís Figo, Iker Casillas, Ronaldinho, Thierry Henry and Gerard Piqué) swap the pitch for the hardwood (and plenty of celeb spotting). Wondering who you'll get to on the court? The Knicks will be bringing along the two-time NBA All-Star Jalen Brunson, five-time NBA All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns and 2022 NBA All-Defensive First Team member Mikal Bridges. On the 76ers side, you'll be able to see the 2023 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player and seven-time NBA All-Star Joel Embiid doing his thing, plus nine-time NBA All-Star Paul George and 2024 NBA All-Star Tyrese Maxey. Tickets are available now from and starting from Dhs295 and going up to Dhs10,595 for Category 1. Speaking about the NBA's return, H.E., Saleh Al Geziry, director general for tourism at the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, said: 'Hosting The NBA Abu Dhabi Games for a fourth consecutive year, in collaboration with the NBA, reflects our strategic commitment to growing basketball and empowering youth in the UAE and the region. 'We are thrilled to welcome two of the NBA's most iconic teams – the New York Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers – for the games in 2025, and their participation reinforces Abu Dhabi's position as a premier destination for world-class sporting events.' Bring it on. From Dhs295. Thu Oct 2, 6pm and Sat Oct 4, 5pm. Etihad Arena, Yas Island, and More things to do in Abu Dhabi The concert line-up for Abu Dhabi in 2025 is looking absolutely insane 2025 is going to POP OFF Everything happening in Abu Dhabi in 2025 From new openings to big events, this is shaping up to be quite a year It's official: Abu Dhabi Comedy Season is returning for a second edition with some huge names Wow, look at this line-up Abu Dhabi's best restaurants: Everywhere you should eat at least once Your dinner inspo is sorted
Sport360
2 days ago
- Sport
- Sport360
Tickets on sale for NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ featuring New York Knicks & Philadelphia 76ers are on sale
The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) announced that tickets for The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ are now on sale to the general public at and . The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ will feature the New York Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers playing preseason games on Thursday, Oct. 2 and Saturday, Oct. 4 at Etihad Arena on Yas Island. The Knicks currently feature two-time NBA All-Star Jalen Brunson, five-time NBA All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns and 2022 NBA All-Defensive First Team member Mikal Bridges. Bridges and Brunson previously played in Abu Dhabi as members of the USA Basketball (USAB) Men's National Team prior to the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. Towns participated in The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2023 as a member of the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 76ers currently feature 2023 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player and seven-time NBA All-Star Joel Embiid, nine-time NBA All-Star Paul George and 2024 NBA All-Star Tyrese Maxey. Embiid previously played in Abu Dhabi as a member of the USAB Men's National Team prior to the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ will air live in the UAE, across the Middle East and around the world, reaching fans in more than 200 countries and territories on television, digital media and social media. The games and surrounding events will be supported by a roster of marketing partners, including Presenting Partner ADQ and Official Partners Aldar, CFI, Emirates, Gatorade, Experience Abu Dhabi, Nike, and Tissot. The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ are part of a multiyear collaboration between the NBA and DCT Abu Dhabi that features preseason NBA Global Games, youth development programming that has reached nearly 20,000 participants since 2022, interactive fan events featuring appearances by current and former NBA and WNBA players, an NBA 2K League exhibition event, and NBA Cares social impact programming focused on health, wellness and sustainability. The collaboration also sees DCT Abu Dhabi, under its destination brand Experience Abu Dhabi, serve as the Official Tourism Destination Partner of the NBA in the Middle East, North Africa, Europe and China. NBA games have aired in the UAE since the 1987-88 season. Fans can follow the NBA on Instagram and X (@NBAArabic) for the latest updates, news and content in Arabic. NBA fans in the UAE and across the Middle East can shop online at and at the NBA Store at Yas Mall in Abu Dhabi for the widest selection of official NBA merchandise ever available in the region. About the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) drives the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi's culture and tourism sectors, fuels economic progress and helps achieve Abu Dhabi's wider global ambitions. By working in partnership with the organisations that define the emirate's position as a leading international destination, DCT Abu Dhabi strives to unite the ecosystem around a shared vision of the emirate's potential, coordinate effort and investment, deliver innovative solutions, and use the best tools, policies and systems to support the culture and tourism industries. DCT Abu Dhabi's vision is defined by the emirate's people, heritage and landscape. We work to enhance Abu Dhabi's status as a place of authenticity, innovation, and unparalleled experiences, represented by its living traditions of hospitality, pioneering initiatives and creative thought. For more information about DCT Abu Dhabi and the destination, please visit and For Abu Dhabi Calendar, please visit About the NBA The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball. Built around five professional sports leagues: the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League, NBA 2K League and Basketball Africa League, the NBA has established a major international presence with games and programming available in 214 countries and territories in 60 languages, and merchandise for sale in more than 200 countries and territories on all seven continents. NBA rosters at the start of the 2024-25 season featured a record-tying 125 international players from a record-tying 43 countries. NBA Digital's assets include NBA TV, the NBA App and NBA League Pass. The NBA has created one of the largest social media communities in the world, with more than 2.5 billion likes and followers globally across all leagues, team and player platforms. NBA Cares, the NBA's global social responsibility platform, partners with renowned community-based organizations around the world to address important social issues in the areas of education, inclusion, youth and family development, and health and wellness.
Web Release
2 days ago
- Sport
- Web Release
TICKETS FOR THE NBA ABU DHABI GAMES 2025 PRESENTED BY ADQ FEATURING THE NEW YORK KNICKS AND PHILADELPHIA 76ERS ON SALE NOW
TICKETS FOR THE NBA ABU DHABI GAMES 2025 PRESENTED BY ADQ FEATURING THE NEW YORK KNICKS AND PHILADELPHIA 76ERS ON SALE NOW The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) announced that tickets for The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ are now on sale to the general public at and The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ will feature the New York Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers playing preseason games on Thursday, Oct. 2 and Saturday, Oct. 4 at Etihad Arena on Yas Island. Special ticket packages offering premium access, VIP experiences and hospitality are also available for purchase at The Knicks currently feature two-time NBA All-Star Jalen Brunson, five-time NBA All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns and 2022 NBA All-Defensive First Team member Mikal Bridges. Bridges and Brunson previously played in Abu Dhabi as members of the USA Basketball (USAB) Men's National Team prior to the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. Towns participated in The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2023 as a member of the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 76ers currently feature 2023 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player and seven-time NBA All-Star Joel Embiid, nine-time NBA All-Star Paul George and 2024 NBA All-Star Tyrese Maxey. Embiid previously played in Abu Dhabi as a member of the USAB Men's National Team prior to the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ will air live in the UAE, across the Middle East and around the world, reaching fans in more than 200 countries and territories on television, digital media and social media. The games and surrounding events will be supported by a roster of marketing partners, including Presenting Partner ADQ and Official Partners Aldar, CFI, Emirates, Gatorade, Experience Abu Dhabi, Nike, and Tissot. The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ are part of a multiyear collaboration between the NBA and DCT Abu Dhabi that features preseason NBA Global Games, youth development programming that has reached nearly 20,000 participants since 2022, interactive fan events featuring appearances by current and former NBA and WNBA players, an NBA 2K League exhibition event, and NBA Cares social impact programming focused on health, wellness and sustainability. The collaboration also sees DCT Abu Dhabi, under its destination brand Experience Abu Dhabi, serve as the Official Tourism Destination Partner of the NBA in the Middle East, North Africa, Europe and China. NBA games have aired in the UAE since the 1987-88 season. Fans can follow the NBA on Instagram and X (@NBAArabic) for the latest updates, news and content in Arabic. NBA fans in the UAE and across the Middle East can shop online at and at the NBA Store at Yas Mall in Abu Dhabi for the widest selection of official NBA merchandise ever available in the region.
Al Etihad
3 days ago
- Sport
- Al Etihad
Abu Dhabi to host NBA preseason games between New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers
2 July 2025 20:11 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) have announced that tickets for The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ will go on sale to the general NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ will feature the New York Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers playing preseason games on October 2 and October 4 at Etihad Arena on Yas Knicks currently feature two-time NBA All-Star Jalen Brunson, five-time NBA All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns and 2022 NBA All-Defensive First Team member Mikal and Brunson previously played in Abu Dhabi as members of the USA Basketball (USAB) Men's National Team prior to the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. Towns participated in the NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2023 as a member of the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 76ers currently feature 2023 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player and seven-time NBA All-Star Joel Embiid, nine-time NBA All-Star Paul George and 2024 NBA All-Star Tyrese Maxey. Embiid previously played in Abu Dhabi as a member of the USAB Men's National Team prior to the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ will air live in the UAE, across the Middle East and around the world, reaching fans in more than 200 countries and territories on television, digital media and social NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ are part of a multiyear collaboration between the NBA and DCT Abu Dhabi that features preseason NBA Global Games, youth development programming that has reached nearly 20,000 participants since 2022, interactive fan events featuring appearances by current and former NBA and WNBA players, and NBA Cares clinics promoting health and wellness. The collaboration also sees DCT Abu Dhabi, under its destination brand Experience Abu Dhabi, serve as the Official Tourism Destination Partner of the NBA in the Middle East, North Africa, Europe, and are available at and Special ticket packages offering premium access, VIP experiences and hospitality are also available for purchase at
