A Girl's Guide To Watching The NBA Finals

Alright ladies, it’s NBA finals time! Whether or not you’re into sports, the majority of conversations you engage in with the opposite sex over the next few weeks will revolve around basketball.  You don’t have to be a sports fanatic to partake in the excitement that everyone from your brother, to your dad, to your boyfriend or your crush will display over the next few weeks! You might even find yourself at a NBA watch party or at the local bar alongside die-hard Miami and San Antonio fans. However, if you’re like most girls, you probably don’t know too much about basketball, the NBA or the finals for that matter but I bet you know which player is Gabrielle Union’s boyfriend! If this is you, have no fear! For those of you that consider yourself to be a “girly girl” but still want to be able to enjoy the games with your boo or your guy friends, here’s our fun guide to becoming a basketball pro, or at least appearing to be!

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1. Know who’s playing.

This seems like common sense, but there are a few ladies out there who actually have no idea who’s advanced into the final round. Don’t worry, that’s why we’re here! The Miami Heat and the San Antonio Spurs have advanced to the finals. While we’re at it, you might want to take the time to learn some of the key player’s names on both teams at least so when everyone in the bar begins talking about their favorite player, you’re not stuck looking clueless!

Fun Fact: Dwayne Wade paints his toe nails!

2. Choose a team to root for.

While you may or may not care who actually wins the championship, make it a little interesting and choose a team to root for! That way, when your team scores you can join in on the mini celebration going on around you! If all else fails, go for the team that your crush is rooting for, or make things interesting and go for the team he’s rooting against just so you can put a little wager on it! Just a suggestion..Lol

Fun Fact: LeBron James is good friends with Jay Z and Kanye West.

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3. Don’t ask a million questions during the game.

While your male friends might enjoy explaining the rules and regulations of the game to you, it might not be a good idea to ask all of your questions when there’s 5 minutes left in the fourth quarter of a tie game. Try to save your questions for before or after the game and just save everyone the headache! LOL

Fun Fact: Dwyane Wade banned girlfriend Gabrielle Union from sitting court-side at Miami Heat games due to her sassy mouth and heckling the opposing team!

4. Dress the part.

When going to a viewing party or the bar to watch the game, it might be fun to dress in your favorite team’s jersey, hat or colors – just to show your spirit! If that’s not an option, opt for a cute pair of jeans and a simple top. Remember, less is always more–at least in this situation especially since you don’t want to look like you’re doing the most during a sports game!

Fun fact: Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union met while hosting a Superbowl party in 2007!

5. Know some of the facts.

If you’re not a sports fanatic, then you probably don’t know too many facts about either team but it might be wise to brush up on some facts about the team you’re rooting for, just to add to the discussion!

Fun Fact: The San Antonio Spurs won their last NBA title in 2007!

6. Have fun! 

Going out and watching championship games are always a great way meet new people, mingle with old friends and have a great time! The NBA Finals kick off on Thursday.. Game on!

Fun Fact: The San Antonio Spurs are making their fifth appearance in the NBA Finals this year.

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