Fans react to 3D Mavericks / Clippers matchup

Under normal circumstances, we tend to give 3D a hard time around here, but it's hard to deny the strides the technology has made of late in an attempt to move beyond being a gimmick and into a desirable product. It seems that hundreds of NBA fans that packed the Magnolia Theater just days ago were quite impressed with the first regular season matchup to be aired in 3D. Those in attendance were able to catch a commercial-free 3D broadcast of the Dallas Mavericks versus the LA Clippers courtesy of two Sony 4K projectors and a set of gaudy glasses. Unfortunately, we're not sure if the one-time event will blossom into something more, but feel free to tap the read link for more opinions and a couple more snapshots.

[Via AboutProjectors]

[(Unverified) Posted Mar 27th 2008 11:30AM]

Was there a reason they picked this game? The Dirk-less Mavs vs. the lowly Clippers? I know Dirk just left, but come on, the Clippers?

Maybe I'm biased because I'm in Los Angeles and am gaga over the Lakers, but if this doesn't catch on, it's the match-up to blame ;), though it sounds like they had a good time, so it better catch on!

[(Unverified) Posted Mar 27th 2008 1:00PM]

Thank god that Sam Cassell is on the Celtics now. I can't imagine the terror of seeing a 3-D version of Alien Head coming at me.

[(Unverified) Posted Mar 27th 2008 1:34PM]

This is really cool. I think people would definitely be willing to pay for experiences like this - its just more immersive. Maybe for the super bowl or NBA Finals or something...

[(Unverified) Posted Mar 27th 2008 7:00PM]

Sports suck, BORING!

[(Unverified) Posted Mar 28th 2008 3:39AM]

Your comment is worthless, SKIP OVER THE SPORTS ARTICLES!

[(Unverified) Posted Mar 27th 2008 7:45PM]

http://www.engadget.com/2007/06/08/cavaliers-fans-to-watch-the-finals-in-3d-hd/

Cavs did something like this last year, too bad the fans had to watch the Cavs lose in 3D.