Game 3 of the NBA Finals took place with both teams heading back to south beach for the next two games. After Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets took the first game, the Miami Heat struck back right away to even the series and level the playing field. So, it came as no surprise to fans when Heat?s Kaseya Center was filled with big names as both teams looked to gain an upper hand.
Game 2 was a disappointing loss for the Denver Nuggets despite the spectacular performance put up by Nikola Jokic. The Joker put up another memorable performance in Game 3 as celebs such as Shakira, Dwyane Wade, Magic Johnson, and others witnessed history in the making.
Celebrities come out to witness the greatness of Nikola Jokic
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The previous game had the Miami Heat sharing the load on offense, taking smart shots in order to stay ahead of the Nuggets. If it wasn?t for Jamal Murray?s last shot, the outcome of the game could?ve been much different.
The Nuggets got a big boost from Nikola Jokic in Game 2 as he went off for 41 points and 11 rebounds. So, it was natural for not just fans but other big names to come witness The Joker put up another clinic.
Heat legend Dwyane Wade was in attendance, witnessing his team battle it out with Denver. J.Cole & Future, two Grammy award-winning artists came to witness the razzle-dazzle of the NBA Finals as well. Social media influencer Kai Cenat was another star spotted in the arena.
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Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson was also present, along with G-Eazy, DJ Khaled, Shakira, Chris Tucker, and The Shoe Surgeon. Soccer stars Neymar and Pogba too made it to the hardwood floor to see the Heat battle the Nuggets. Safe to say, fans were stunned after witnessing so many celebrities at one game.
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The NBA community was taken aback
Game 3 between the Denver Nuggets and the Miami Heat proved to be a one-sided affair as Nikola Jokic put up a historic 32 points, 20 rebounds, and 10 assists to lead his team to a 2-1 series lead. Nonetheless, the celebrities present to witness The Joker’s explosion can count themselves lucky as he became the first player in NBA Finals history with a 30-20-10 game.
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Fans went berserk with the list of names that were in attendance. One fan tweeted, ?Twitch influencer. I?m sorry, that?s ridiculous.?
“Twitch influencer”. 😂. I’m sorry, that’s ridiculous.
— Kayrin (@kayrinp) June 8, 2023
While another fan commented, ?I’m perfectly comfortable knowing I’ll never know what a Twitch streamer is.?
I'm perfectly comfortable knowing I'll never know what a Twitch streamer is.
— Nuggets Nation of Domination (@Nuggets_Nation) June 8, 2023
Here are a few more reactions from fans on Twitter.
D Wade, Neymar and future yeah Jimmy gonna be a star tonight!
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J Cole there! Martin boutta go crazy
— DHO🅿️ (@DustinHopkins05) June 8, 2023
SHAKIRA THE QUEEN 🤍
— johnny sins shady facts (@SinsFacts) June 8, 2023
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We put Kai and all these other celebrators before the basketball legends
— CHEF (@RandomOnlin3Guy) June 8, 2023
Get Kai cenat off this list
— DraftsznAmen&Bari🚀🚀 (@Urfavrocketsfan) June 8, 2023
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While many were amazed to see the big list of names, a lot of the fans were not happy with the fact that a Twitch influencer was at the top of the list, even above NBA legends. What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments.