Ball Arena: Denver's High-Altitude Home Court
NBA Finals Battleground
When the Miami Heat head to Denver for the first two games of the 2023 NBA Finals, they won't just be battling the Nuggets. They'll also be facing the altitude.
Denver's Mile-High Advantage
The Denver Nuggets have a long history of taking advantage of their mile-high altitude. On home games, they have been in the top ten in 32 of the last 35 seasons in home winning percentage. Even Nuggets players say they can feel the impact of Denver's 5276-foot altitude, but it's not always a negative. The thin air can make it harder for opponents to breathe and recover, giving the Nuggets a slight edge.
Highest NBA Finals Site Ever
The altitude of Ball Arena in Denver is 5280 feet - the highest NBA Finals site ever at exactly one mile above sea level. This will be the first time the NBA Finals have been played at such a high altitude. It remains to be seen how the altitude will impact the series, but it's sure to be a factor. The Heat will need to be prepared for the challenges of playing in Denver, while the Nuggets will look to use their home-court advantage to their fullest.
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