Due to the coronavirus pandemic, a limited number of fans will be allowed to attend a few games. It mainly depends on the team and the COVID-19 restrictions of the state. However, the NBA Finals live stream is available to watch on TV and online.
This article will cover all the information regarding live attendance at the game arena. Continue reading if you’re planning to watch the games live.
Teams that will Allow Live Attendance
Many teams will allow live attendance during NBA games this year. But, none of them will allow 100% of their capacity. The numbers were finalized based on the state’s rules & restrictions due to the pandemic.
However, in this article, we will cover only teams that made it to the play-off. That’s because attendance for other cities doesn’t matter now. The following teams are allowing live fans in the NBA Games:
Atlanta Hawks
Arena: State Farm Arena
Capacity: 16,888
Allowed: 7,625
Atlanta Hawks will allow 45% of total capacity in the arena. All fans are required to wear masks all the time when inside. However, they also have seating arrangements for 500 people who have vaccination proof. These people won’t require social distance.
Boston Celtics
Arena: TD Garden
Capacity: 18,624
Allowed: 2,235
Boston Celtics are allowing only 12% of full capacity fans for home games. They also will follow all the safety measurements.
Brooklyn Nets
Arena: Barclays Center
Capacity: 17,732
Allowed: 1,773
Currently, Brooklyn Nets are allowing only 10% of total capacity. Brooklyn Nets are doing excellent in the league and one of the top favorites to win. In the coming days, they may allow more fans.
Dallas Mavericks
Arena: American Airlines Center
Capacity: 19,200
Allowed: 4,800
Though Mavericks started the season only with 25% of its capacity, they’re trying to get permission for at least 9,00 fans.
Denver Nuggets
Arena: Ball Arena
Capacity: 19,520
Allowed: 7,750
Started with allowing 4,050 fans, which recently increased to 40% of total capacity.
LA Clippers
Arena: Staples Center
Capacity: 19, 068
Allowed: TBD
They have permission to allow fans but haven’t decided the number yet.
Los Angeles Lakers
Arena: Staples Center
Capacity: 19,068
Allowed: TBD
Same arena, same rules for both Clippers and Lakers.
Miami Heat
Arena: American Airlines Center
Capacity: 19,600
Allowed: 8,600
Initially, Miami Heat allowed only 5,700 fans. Recently they have increased the capacity.
Milwaukee Bucks
Arena: Fiserv Forum
Capacity: 17,341
Allowed: 9,000
Milwaukee Bucks also increased the capacity for the Play-off.
New York Knicks
Arena: Madison Square Garden
Capacity: 19,812
Allowed: 15,000
Famous MSG is allowing maximum fans among all the Arenas.
Philadelphia 76ers
Arena: Wells Fargo Center
Capacity: 20,155
Allowed: 10,050
One of the top favorites this year, 76ers are allowing 50% of its capacity.
Phoenix Suns
Arena: Phoenix Suns Arena
Capacity: 18,055
Allowed: 3,000
The number may increase during the play-off.
Portland Trail Blazers
Arena: Moda Center
Capacity: 19,441
Allowed: 2,000
The seating capacity is extremely limited in the Moda Center.
Utah Jazz
Arena: Vivint Home Smart Arena
Capacity: 18,306
Allowed: 13,000
Utah Jazz is doing excellent till now with allowing the second-highest number of fans.
Washington Wizards
Arena: Capital One Arena
Capacity: 20,362
Allowed: 2,100
Washington Wizards made it to the play-off after the exciting play-in rounds.
Final Words
Considering the safety of fans, all the teams are allowing a minimal number of seats. However, it’s best to watch the NBA Finals live stream from home. Watch on television or through an online subscription.