The NBA Top Shot is a blockchain-based NFT marketplace and allows people to buy, sell, and trade non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The platform was designed as a joint venture between the National Basketball Association (NBA) and Dapper Labs, created by binding an experience similar to collecting traditional sports trading cards. The project is aiming to create a gamified experience for users.
Company Details:
- Founded: 2019
- Founders: Roham Gharegozlou, Dieter Shirley, and Mack Flavelle.
- Headquarters: Vancouver, Canada
Key Features:
- The moments of the NBA Top Shot are made as NFTs on the Flow blockchain through the use of a smart contract.
- Users can buy and sell Moments, allowing for real-time trading of collectibles.
- Offers challenges where specific Moments can be used to earn rewards.
- Users can share their favorite Moments and collections on social media, encouraging interactions between fans and collectors.