The rapper will perform at Etihad Arena on 2 October.
Basketball fans, prepare to dribble with excitement. The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 are back in town, and they’re bringing a series of fan events and concerts to the capital. When the Knicks and the 76ers tip off their pre-season opener at Etihad Arena on Thursday, 2 October, rapper Fat Joe will take centre court in Abu Dhabi for a halftime show performance.
Bronx-born rapper Fat Joe rose from the Diggin’ in the Crates crew to become a fixture of mainstream hip-hop. The rapper’s knack for crafting anthems delivered era-defining hits, including “Lean Back,” the Ashanti-assisted “What’s Luv?,” and the Lil Wayne collaboration “Make It Rain.” He extended his run with “All the Way Up” alongside French Montana, a 2016 smash that earned Grammy nominations and club ubiquity. Across decades, Fat Joe has collaborated with everyone from DJ Khaled to Jennifer Lopez, while hosting viral interviews that cemented his raconteur status. His presence also nods to New York’s cultural gravity, a neat narrative touch with the Knicks on the floor.
What are the NBA Abu Dhabi Games?
Returning for the fourth time to the capital, the event will take place on 2 and 4 October 2025, and will feature the New York Knicks competing against the Philadelphia 76ers.
The New York Knicks currently boast a powerhouse lineup that includes two-time NBA All-Star Jalen Brunson, five-time All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns, and 2022 NBA All-Defensive First Team honoree Mikal Bridges.
The Philadelphia 76ers are headlined by 2023 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player and seven-time All-Star Joel Embiid, nine-time All-Star Paul George, and 2024 All-Star Tyrese Maxey.
Tickets to see Fat Joe live in Abu Dhabi are available via Platinumlist. For those seeking a premium experience, special ticket packages—including VIP access, hospitality perks, and local hotel accommodations—will be available at nbaexperiences.com.
Lace up those sneakers, throw on your favourite jersey, and prepare for an epic slam dunk of a time at the NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025.
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