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The NBA is bringing its first-ever BUDX NBA House to India, set to take place in Mumbai this June. The event will feature basketball legends Derek Fisher and Gary Payton, alongside live performances and fan activities. Held during the 2025 NBA Finals, it aims to celebrate basketball culture with Indian fans. This follows similar successful NBA House events in countries like Brazil and the UK.

Key Points: NBA Brings First BUDX NBA House to India With Derek Fisher

  • Features meet-and-greets with NBA legends Derek Fisher and Gary Payton
  • Includes live music, dunk shows, and Larry O'Brien Trophy display
  • Held at Mumbai’s DOME, SVP Stadium on June 7-8
  • Follows successful NBA House events in Brazil, Canada, and Europe
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First-ever BUDX NBA House in India to take place in June

NBA debuts BUDX NBA House in Mumbai featuring Derek Fisher, Gary Payton, and live performances during the 2025 NBA Finals.

"The first BUDX NBA House will be a must-visit destination for passionate NBA fans in India – Rajah Chaudhry, NBA India"

Mumbai, May 7

The National Basketball Association (NBA) announced that the first-ever BUDX NBA House in India, an interactive fan event celebrating the convergence of basketball, music and culture, will take place on June 7 and June 8 at the DOME, SVP Stadium, in Mumbai, as per a release from NBA.

Held in conjunction with the 2025 NBA Finals, the two-day event will feature basketball-themed activities, live musical performances, meet-and-greets with five-time NBA champion Derek Fisher and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Gary Payton, photo opportunities with the Larry O'Brien Trophy, as well as performances by Sacramento Kings mascot Slamson, the Kings Dancers and the Kings' dunk team.

"The first BUDX NBA House will be a must-visit destination for the passionate NBA fans in India to come together and celebrate their love of the game amid the excitement of the NBA Finals," said NBA Asia Head of Strategy and NBA India Country Head Rajah Chaudhry, as quoted from a release by NBA

"We look forward to bringing this signature showcase of the NBA, music and culture to India at a time when there is incredible momentum around basketball in the country," he added.

BUDX NBA House in India follows previous editions of NBA House held in Brazil, Canada, France, Mexico, the U.S., and the UK.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Finally! NBA bringing their A-game to India 🇮🇳🏀 Super excited to see Gary Payton live. Hope they make this an annual event. Mumbai is the perfect city for this - our basketball culture is growing fast!
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Priya M.
As a basketball coach in Delhi, I wish they'd bring events like this to other cities too. India is huge and basketball talent exists beyond Mumbai. Still, this is a great start for growing the sport!
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Arjun S.
The ticket prices better be reasonable. These international events often price out the average Indian fan. Basketball should remain accessible to all, not just the elite crowd.
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Neha P.
Love the mix of basketball and music! 🎶 Hope they include some Indian artists too. Would be amazing to see our desi culture blend with NBA energy. Maybe next time they can bring an Indian NBA player like Sim Bhullar?
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Vikram J.
While this is exciting, I hope NBA India also focuses on grassroots development. We need more courts, training programs, and school-level competitions to truly grow the sport in our country.
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Sanya R.
My kids are basketball crazy! This will be such an inspirational event for young players. The mascot and dancers will be a big hit with children. Hope they have some youth clinics too.

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