As the NBA Playoffs kicked off, Oklahoma City Thunder star Chet Holmgren led his team to a decisive victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. The game set the tone for the rest of the series, with Conference semifinals set to begin on May 4 and finals on June 6.
While Cincinnati may not have its own NBA franchise, basketball fans in the area are eagerly anticipating the playoffs. Here are six bars in Greater Cincinnati where fans can gather to watch the games:
Bucketheads, located on the West Side, offers a wide selection of craft and domestic beers, along with typical pub fare. The Draft Bar & Grille in Liberty Township boasts a variety of bar foods and daily specials, perfect for any sports fan.
For those on the East End, Home Court Tavern (formerly Sinners & Saints Tavern) offers elevated barbeque and bar food, along with tables made from championship basketball courts. Rhinehaus in Over-the-Rhine is a popular spot with more than a dozen TVs, perfect for catching all the NBA action.
In Northern Kentucky, Dickmann’s Sports Barn provides ample seating, multiple TVs, and a sense of fan camaraderie. And for those looking for a more familiar option, Buffalo Wild Wings locations around Cincinnati are always a classic choice for catching the playoffs with friends.
