The NBA Unveils New In-Season Tournament Courts: Here's How to Best Re-Create Your Teams Court In Your Backyard

Recreate the Magic: Build Your TEAMS CUSTOM Court with Mateflex

Last years inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament was a spectacle within the basketball community, and the unique court designs were a major talking point. Now, you can bring that same excitement to your backyard basketball court with Mateflex modular tiles. Let's dive into how you can recreate the striking look of these courts:

Understanding the Court Design

As the NBA plans to run this tournament back again this year, the newly branded 2024 NBA Emirates Cup courts will feature similar bold and vibrant color schemes that were on display last season. To replicate this look, you'll need to consider the following elements:

• Color Palette: Identify the primary and secondary colors used in the design. Mateflex can easily incorporate any of our stock colors into your courts layout to best represent your team and city.
• Court Dimensions: Take an inventory of your available space and see how Mateflex can help to custom build your court to fit.  Only have space for a half court or a foul lane and shortened 3-point arc?  No worries, Mateflex can accommodate any size!

How Mateflex Modular Tiles Can Help

Mateflex modular tiles offer a versatile and durable solution for creating custom court designs. With a wide range of colors and design possibilities, you can easily replicate the complexity and visual appeal of the NBA Emirates Cup courts.

Here's a step-by-step guide to building your own court:

1. Plan Your Design:

   • Sketch it Out: Start by sketching your desired court design. Consider the overall layout, color scheme, and any specific patterns or logos you want to include.
   • Choose Your Colors: Select Mateflex tiles that match the colors of your favorite team.
   • Plan the Layout: Determine the arrangement of tiles to create your desired court look.
     
     

2. Assemble Your Court:

   • Prepare the Subsurface: Install the base layer of either concrete or asphalt to create a solid foundation. Making sure that your base material is smooth and solid will help to ensure the highest quality of play for your court space. Contact a Mateflex representative for additional information regarding our recommended asphalt or concrete base specs for modular tile installations.
   • Install the Tiles: Use the interlocking tile system to firmly connect the tiles.  For additional information regarding our recommended installation procedure, please feel free to contact us and we will be happy to assist.
     
     

3. Add Finishing Touches:

   • Court Lines: Use high-quality court paint to mark the boundaries and key areas.
   • Logos: Have a family crest or school logo that you would like to include in your court?  Contact us to see how we can include this in your court design to make your court your own!

Benefits of Using Mateflex Modular Tiles

• Durability: Mateflex tiles are built to withstand heavy use and harsh conditions.  Manufactured in central New York, Mateflex is no stranger to harsh winter conditions, and we build our tiles with all weather situations in mind.
• Versatility: Create any court design imaginable with a wide range of colors and design options.  Need pickleball, inline hockey or volleyball game lines included as well?  No problem, we can help make the perfect multisport layout for any court!
• Comfortability: Mateflex basketball court tiles are the perfect option for a casual backyard or community basketball court space.  The HomeCourt tile is the perfect option to accommodate bare feet or high impact play for outdoor use, and the ProGym tile can't be beat for indoor versatility, comfort and ease of installation.
• Low-Maintenance Design: Clean and maintain your court with minimal effort.

By following these steps and leveraging the power of Mateflex indoor or outdoor modular tiles, you can transform your space into a stunning NBA Emirates Cup-inspired court. Whether you're a basketball enthusiast, a coach, or a facility manager, this DIY court project will elevate your spaces aesthetic appeal and inspire greatness.

Remember, the possibilities are endless. Let your creativity soar and bring the excitement of the big leagues to your own court!

 

Images courtesy of NBA