Sporting events are more than just what happens on the playing field. There's something special about game day atmospheres, from the food to the halftime acts to the giveaways and more.
Live sports are also more enjoyable when there is a large crowd. This is especially true during the Olympics. NBA playoffsAnd Stanley Cup playoffs.
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It's possible to meet famous and casual spectators at these events.
These are the stars who have stood out from the crowd.
Minnesota Lynx vs. Seattle Storm
Megan Rapinoe (NWSL, USWNT) was the Storm's first-season star.
You already know @mPinoeWe were honored to have you as our guest! π#TakeCover pic.twitter.com/rwVl7EGbWH
β Seattle Storm (@seattlestorm) May 7, 2022
Phoenix Suns vs. Dallas MavericksGame 3
The Tar HeelsThese characters are well-represented throughout the series Cameron Johnson, Theo PinsonAnd Reggie Bullock. Hubert Davis, UNC's head coach, was present
Tonight in Dallas, Coach Davis and the boys before game 3.π#CarolinaFamily | #ProHeels pic.twitter.com/EQFLeMx8Zd
β Carolina Basketball (@UNC_Basketball) May 7, 2022
Pittsburgh Penguins vs. New York RangersGame 2
New York's best were in the building YankeesStars Aaron Judge, Anthony RizzoAnd DJ LeMahieuOn Thursday night, I stopped by Madison Square Garden.
YANKEES FAMILY BRINGS THE ENERGY @TheJudge44 @ARizzo44 pic.twitter.com/OiR0JTlpdR
β New York Rangers (@NYRangers) May 6, 2022
The New York MetsJohn Franco, longtime Mets Hall of Famer and longtime reliever, was also present.
We got you, Mets family! pic.twitter.com/DA5t9k88xa
β New York Rangers (@NYRangers) May 6, 2022
Dallas Mavericks vs. Phoenix Suns
Odell Beckham Jr. Recovered a Devin Booker jersey at Game 2The Mavericks-Suns series is located in Phoenix.
OBJ was wearing a Booker jersey when he went to Mavs SunsβοΈ@obj | @DevinBook pic.twitter.com/ezKx3pl7HU
β SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) May 5, 2022
Philadelphia 76ers vs. Miami Heat
Rick Ross, a record executive and rapper, was present Game 2The second round playoff series in Miami was between the Sixers & the Heat.
.@RickRossReady to Check In for the Heatπ pic.twitter.com/LzpoWuJPaM
β SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) May 5, 2022
San Francisco Giants vs. Los Angeles Dodgers
The NFL champion Los Angeles RamsThey were present at the Dodgers' home game against the Giants. Super Bowl LVI MVP Cooper Kupp, Nick ScottAnd Cam AkersThe Lombardi trophy was on hand when they arrived at the contest. Billie Jean King, tennis icon, was also present to honor the Rams.
Dodger Stadium will be celebrating the 2022 Super Bowl champions, The Los Angeles Rams, on a special night! π #AlwaysLA #Dodgers pic.twitter.com/WeTuvRxgN0
β Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) May 4, 2022
Milwaukee Bucks vs. Boston CelticsGame 2
Gucci Mane is an Atlanta rapper who usually roots for his hometown team. Atlanta Hawks. He even proposedKiss Cam at the Hawks game in 2016 to Keyshia KaβOir, his wife
The couple was in the center of TD Garden, and wore Celtics-inspired clothes.
Courtside, G-Eazy, a rapper, was also seen.
Texas Rangers vs. Philadelphia Phillies
Neu Philadelphia EaglesWide receiver A.J. Brownis quickly becoming comfortable in his new home.
Officially a Philly man. #RingTheBell | #FlyEaglesFly pic.twitter.com/Q6WC9agi5g
β Philadelphia Phillies (@Phillies) May 3, 2022
Golden State Warriors vs. Memphis GrizzliesGame 2
Ja Morant‘s dad, Tee Morant, has been making the roundsIn the postseason, and was seen together with Dell Curry prior to Game 2.
It is not known if he placed a bet with anyone. Stephen Curry‘s father, Γ la his first-round betWith Karl-Anthony Towns‘ father.
Basketball Dadsπβ₯ pic.twitter.com/HynCK6x8pl
β NBA (@NBA) May 4, 2022
Nashville Predators vs. Colorado AvalancheGame 1
Denver Nuggetscenter Nikola JokicAll smiles were for postseason hockey
OOTD: @AvalancheGame 1 Vibesππ§#FindAWay #GoAvsGo pic.twitter.com/mGGp31bm4p
β Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) May 4, 2022
Pittsburgh Penguins vs. New York RangersGame 1
Saturday Night Live's longest-serving cast member Kenan Thompson enjoyed the playoff action at Madison Square Garden.
β¨ LIVE FROM NEW YORK β¨
CC: @kenanthompson pic.twitter.com/fXGiVnL2HY
β x – New York Rangers (@NYRangers) May 4, 2022
Washington Capitals vs. Florida PanthersGame 1
Udonis HaslemThe Miami HeatHis second playoff game was attended in just two days. He attended his second playoff game in as many days, following up on the series opener against The Philadelphia 76ersYou can attend the Panthers' opening game against Capitals.
OG rockin' along with the @FlaPanthers βοΈ https://t.co/vAuPmDgV4T
β Miami HEAT (@MiamiHEAT) May 4, 2022