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Unrivaled Sets New Basketball Attendance Record in Philadelphia
League's top players share their thoughts on the city during their road trip
Jan. 30, 2026 at 10:55pm
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The Unrivaled professional basketball league has officially arrived in Philadelphia, with the women's team already making history by bringing women's basketball back to the city. Many of the league's top players shared their thoughts about their experience in Philly, including trying the city's famous cheesesteaks.
Why it matters
Philadelphia has a rich basketball history, but the city has lacked a major professional women's basketball team for years. The Unrivaled league's decision to bring a franchise to Philly has generated significant excitement and set a new attendance record, signaling a renewed interest in the sport in the city.
The details
The Unrivaled women's basketball team set a new attendance record during their recent game in Philadelphia, drawing a capacity crowd to the arena. Players from both the men's and women's Unrivaled teams spoke positively about their experience in the city, with many trying the iconic Philadelphia cheesesteak for the first time.
- The Unrivaled women's basketball team set a new attendance record during their recent game in Philadelphia.
The players
Unrivaled
A professional basketball league that has officially brought a franchise to Philadelphia, including both men's and women's teams.
The takeaway
The Unrivaled league's decision to bring a franchise to Philadelphia has reinvigorated the city's passion for basketball, setting new attendance records and introducing the league's top players to iconic local cuisine. This signals a bright future for professional basketball in the City of Brotherly Love.
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