
For this derby, the goal was to capture more than just the game itself. We set out to document the full spectrum of the experience, from warmups to the final horn, with everything that makes a night like this unforgettable. The visuals began before tipoff, shaped by the golden glow of the arena, waves of red and yellow flags, and the unified anticipation of a packed home crowd.
As players stepped onto the court, the atmosphere was already building. The early part of the story focused on calm concentration. Warmup drills, player huddles, and focused expressions set a grounded tone. Once the ball was in play, the rhythm shifted. Every possession carried weight. Drives to the rim, contested rebounds, and fast-paced transitions told the story of rivalry in motion. The tempo held tension and history in every pass.
What made the night unique, though, extended beyond the court. Halftime fan activities created an added layer of excitement. A three-point contest crowned a winner who earned a season pass to every home game. Branded T-shirts were launched into the stands, sponsor booths handed out prizes, and the GS Store area became a lively corner where fans gathered between quarters. These moments added color and connection to the larger atmosphere.
Supporters were central to how we shaped the visual narrative. Crowd cams filled screens with smiles and cheers. Hug cams and kiss cams captured genuine reactions, while chants lifted from every section of the arena. Each score lit up the stands. Fans moved in waves, hands rising together, voices matching the tempo of the game.
Visually, we balanced game action with the texture of the crowd. Wide frames carried the energy of the full arena. Tight shots focused on reactions, gestures, and shared emotion. Every moment worked to show how the intensity on court met the passion in the seats.
What came through was more than a basketball game. It was a derby told in movement, sound, and light. A shared celebration of sport that lived both on the hardwood and in the heartbeat of the crowd.