NBA AR Basketball
NBA Mobile AR Game & Portal
Free
3.2.0for iPhone, iPad
Age Rating
NBA AR Basketball Screenshots
About NBA AR Basketball
Welcome to the official NBA AR Basketball app – the official augmented reality experience of the National Basketball Association!
The NBA AR app offers two unique AR experiences: a pop-a-shot-type game and portals.
AR Portals: Step onto the court and behind the scenes of the NBA and some of its biggest events. Place the portal door in front of you, then walk inside to immerse yourself in a 360-degree video of your favorite NBA players and teams. New portals will appear in NBA AR every week!
AR Pop-a-Shot Game: Take your shots at an authentic NBA shot as you compete against the clock -- and your friends -- to move up the global Game Center leaderboard. Feeling ambitious? Step back beyond the arc for a three-pointer. Even turn on your audio to listen to the crowd cheer you on in the middle of the action.
Shooting really well? Playing in a really cool setting? Brag to your friends and family by saving and sharing a replay of your game on social media and other messaging platforms. Use the hashtag #NBAR.
Did you know you can also personalize the NBA AR app by selecting your favoriting team, such as the Golden State Warriors, Boston Celtics, LA Lakers, Houston Rockets, Toronto Raptors or more?
How to use AR Portal:
1. Select the portal experience of your choice
2. Scan your environment to set the ideal location of the portal door; you’ll be prompted to “Tap to Place” when you find the right spot
3. Walk through the portal door and explore all around you
4. Tap the back arrow or walk back out the portal door to leave the experience
How to play AR basketball game - Pop-a-Shot:
1. Select your favorite NBA team to personalize your NBA AR app experience
2. Scan your environment to set the ideal location of the floor and hoop (we recommend large open spaces, outdoors and well-lit areas)
3. Tap the screen to load the ball
4. Flick your wrist (don’t let go of the phone!) to shoot the ball. Practice to find the right arch and velocity of your flick
5. See if you can be the next Stephen Curry, Lebron James or James Harden.
FAQs
What devices can I use the NBA AR app on?
The NBA AR app is available on iPhone 6s and above, as well as iPads, running at least iOS 11. This is the oldest iPhone device that ARKit is available.
Why am I having trouble finding a spot for the court or portal door?
Your device’s camera needs to find a flat surface to place either of these experiences. It’s why we recommend well-lit, large, open areas for an optimal experience.
Why is the 360 portal video blurry?
Portals work best when you’re connected to WiFi. We recommend this to experience the 360 video content at the highest quality.
Need additional support? Send us an email: etsupport@nba.com
The NBA AR app offers two unique AR experiences: a pop-a-shot-type game and portals.
AR Portals: Step onto the court and behind the scenes of the NBA and some of its biggest events. Place the portal door in front of you, then walk inside to immerse yourself in a 360-degree video of your favorite NBA players and teams. New portals will appear in NBA AR every week!
AR Pop-a-Shot Game: Take your shots at an authentic NBA shot as you compete against the clock -- and your friends -- to move up the global Game Center leaderboard. Feeling ambitious? Step back beyond the arc for a three-pointer. Even turn on your audio to listen to the crowd cheer you on in the middle of the action.
Shooting really well? Playing in a really cool setting? Brag to your friends and family by saving and sharing a replay of your game on social media and other messaging platforms. Use the hashtag #NBAR.
Did you know you can also personalize the NBA AR app by selecting your favoriting team, such as the Golden State Warriors, Boston Celtics, LA Lakers, Houston Rockets, Toronto Raptors or more?
How to use AR Portal:
1. Select the portal experience of your choice
2. Scan your environment to set the ideal location of the portal door; you’ll be prompted to “Tap to Place” when you find the right spot
3. Walk through the portal door and explore all around you
4. Tap the back arrow or walk back out the portal door to leave the experience
How to play AR basketball game - Pop-a-Shot:
1. Select your favorite NBA team to personalize your NBA AR app experience
2. Scan your environment to set the ideal location of the floor and hoop (we recommend large open spaces, outdoors and well-lit areas)
3. Tap the screen to load the ball
4. Flick your wrist (don’t let go of the phone!) to shoot the ball. Practice to find the right arch and velocity of your flick
5. See if you can be the next Stephen Curry, Lebron James or James Harden.
FAQs
What devices can I use the NBA AR app on?
The NBA AR app is available on iPhone 6s and above, as well as iPads, running at least iOS 11. This is the oldest iPhone device that ARKit is available.
Why am I having trouble finding a spot for the court or portal door?
Your device’s camera needs to find a flat surface to place either of these experiences. It’s why we recommend well-lit, large, open areas for an optimal experience.
Why is the 360 portal video blurry?
Portals work best when you’re connected to WiFi. We recommend this to experience the 360 video content at the highest quality.
Need additional support? Send us an email: etsupport@nba.com
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What's New in the Latest Version 3.2.0
Last updated on Jun 17, 2019
Old Versions
-Bug fixes and general performance improvements
-Graphics updates
-Graphics updates
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Version History
3.2.0
Jun 17, 2019
-Bug fixes and general performance improvements
-Graphics updates
-Graphics updates
3.1.6
Mar 25, 2019
- Localized improvements and bug fixes.
3.1.5
Feb 11, 2019
- Team Banner updates
- Bug fixes & improvements
- Bug fixes & improvements
3.1.1
Jan 3, 2019
• Favorite team tune-in details now prominently display on the app home screen
• Portals have been updated with category filters – be sure to update to this newest version to continue to enjoy portals
• Push Notifications can now send you directly into the newest Portals
• Pause Pop-A-Shot games whenever you want
• Jump back up to the top of the Portal menu by tapping the NBA logo
• Portals have been updated with category filters – be sure to update to this newest version to continue to enjoy portals
• Push Notifications can now send you directly into the newest Portals
• Pause Pop-A-Shot games whenever you want
• Jump back up to the top of the Portal menu by tapping the NBA logo
3.1
Oct 30, 2018
•Favorite team tune-in details now prominently display on the app home screen
•Portals have been updated with category filters – be sure to update to this newest version to continue to enjoy portals
•Push Notifications can now send you directly into the newest Portals
•Pause Pop-A-Shot games whenever you want
•Jump back up to the top of the Portal menu by tapping the NBA logo
•Portals have been updated with category filters – be sure to update to this newest version to continue to enjoy portals
•Push Notifications can now send you directly into the newest Portals
•Pause Pop-A-Shot games whenever you want
•Jump back up to the top of the Portal menu by tapping the NBA logo
3.0
Oct 15, 2018
•Favorite team tune-in details now prominently display on the app home screen
•Portals have been updated with category filters – be sure to update to this newest version to continue to enjoy portals
•Push Notifications can now send you directly into the newest Portals
•Pause Pop-A-Shot games whenever you want
•Jump back up to the top of the Portal menu by tapping the NBA logo
•Portals have been updated with category filters – be sure to update to this newest version to continue to enjoy portals
•Push Notifications can now send you directly into the newest Portals
•Pause Pop-A-Shot games whenever you want
•Jump back up to the top of the Portal menu by tapping the NBA logo
2.1
Jul 11, 2018
* Push notifications are now available to notify you of new portal experiences, including live ones at NBA Summer League
* We've added a back button within the pop-a-shot game
* Scanning to place the court and portal door has been improved
* Even more NBA portals - now check out even more immersive experiences
Are you an NBA AR app fan? If so, leave us a 5-star review in the App Store.
* We've added a back button within the pop-a-shot game
* Scanning to place the court and portal door has been improved
* Even more NBA portals - now check out even more immersive experiences
Are you an NBA AR app fan? If so, leave us a 5-star review in the App Store.
2.0
May 30, 2018
NBA AR is back with a fresh new experience: 360-degree video portals! Step onto the court and behind the scenes of the NBA Playoffs and Finals. Immerse yourself in all the action - anywhere, anytime.
Want to experience NBA AR on your iPad? Now you can!
Scanning has been improved, whether it’s placing the court for pop-a-shot or portal door.
We also fixed a number of bugs.
If you’re enjoying NBA AR, please leave us a five-star review in the App Store.
Want to experience NBA AR on your iPad? Now you can!
Scanning has been improved, whether it’s placing the court for pop-a-shot or portal door.
We also fixed a number of bugs.
If you’re enjoying NBA AR, please leave us a five-star review in the App Store.
1.2.0
Dec 5, 2017
Love the NBA? Select the NBA option to upgrade your gaming experience to league branding.
Improved scanning experience - see the status (and get tips and FAQs) as you place the court.
We've added a Game Center Leaderboard link on the home screen.
Various stability and gameplay improvements.
Improved scanning experience - see the status (and get tips and FAQs) as you place the court.
We've added a Game Center Leaderboard link on the home screen.
Various stability and gameplay improvements.
1.1.3
Nov 8, 2017
The NBA AR app is now optimized for iPhone X.
We also fixed a bug preventing iPhone SE users from playing the game.
We also fixed a bug preventing iPhone SE users from playing the game.
1.1.2
Nov 4, 2017
- Apple's ARKit is available on iPhone 6s and above. We've restricted the app to be available for download only on these devices.
- Improved scanning to place the court in your view quicker.
The NBA will continue to improve the NBA AR app's scanning and gameplay. Thank you for being amazing fans!
- Improved scanning to place the court in your view quicker.
The NBA will continue to improve the NBA AR app's scanning and gameplay. Thank you for being amazing fans!
1.0
Oct 16, 2017
NBA AR Basketball FAQ
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Check the following list to see the minimum requirements of NBA AR Basketball.
iPhone
iPad
NBA AR Basketball supports English
