It’s 2025, and we’re looking at one of the most iconic events in street basketball history – The 8th annual Nike Basketball 3ON3 Tournament. Held at L.A. LIVE, this legendary tournament, presented by 24 Hour Fitness, still resonates with and players alike. The event featured over 4,500 thrilling matches, 1,500 teams, and over 5,000 players. Thousands of visitors flocked to Downtown Los Angeles, making it the largest 3-on-3 basketball tournament in California. Let’s reminisce about this unforgettable weekend of basketball, entertainment, and community spirit.
Overview of The Tournament
The 8th annual Nike Basketball 3ON3 Tournament presented by 24 Hour Fitness concluded with more than 25,000 visitors over the three-day event. L.A. LIVE, STAPLES Center, Chick Hearn Court, and Figueroa St. overflowed with fans and players, with over 100 courts set up for competition. The tournament featured Special Olympic, wheelchair, Youth, Teen, Adult, and Elite divisions, all of which showcased fierce competition.
The Entertainment-packed Weekend
The weekend kicked off on Friday evening in L.A. LIVE’s Microsoft Square with the 2nd Annual ESPNLA 710AM All-Star Celebrity Basketball Game benefiting the Stuart Scott Memorial Cancer Research Fund at The V Foundation. ESPN heavyweights, Marcellus Wiley, Michelle Beadle, John Ireland, Ben Lyons, and others faced the Hollywood All-Star team led by O’Shea Jackson, Clark Gregg, Breckin Meyer, Lamorne Morris, and other celebrities that drew out 700 fans that cheered on their favorite on-air ESPN talent and celebrities.
Saturday’s Highlights
Saturday’s competition was highlighted by the popular Nike Slam Dunk Contest, which drew the largest crowds of the day. Internationally known slam dunkers Gary Smith, Jordan Southerland, and Kenny Dobbs showed off their high flying skills. Dobbs won the Nike Slam Dunk Contest by earning the highest score from celebrity judges, LA Lakers’ Tarik Black, ESPN’s Ben Lyons, and Real 92.3’s DJ Damage.
Final Day Highlights
Sunday’s competition was highlighted by the Nike Elite Finals for the men’s and women’s elite brackets. The Women’s Nike Elite Division finals was won by team LATASHA from Los Angeles. The Men’s Nike Elite Division was won by team CROSSOVER ELITE from Inland Empire. Each player from the winning teams in the elite divisions won a $500 -on-bet” target=”_blank”> Express gift card and a $250 Nike gift card.
Conclusion
The 8th annual tournament, the 2016 Nike Basketball 3ON3 Tournament presented by 24 Hour Fitness, has become a Southern California tradition that now attracts the teams from California and the country.
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