Photographing the NBA Finals

Take a look at what it is like photographing the NBA Finals! I go through shooting from three different positions, what it's like during pregame and postgame, how I send images to editors, and how I got my favorite images. Along with other helpful tips!

Gear I use: These are affiliate links and I receive a small commission if you purchase through them. Same price for you, small tip for me.

Camera Bodies:
Canon R3 - https://amzn.to/4fnpcM9
Canon R5 mark ii - https://amzn.to/41nxCxg
Canon R5 - https://amzn.to/3UgrO4W

Lenses:
Canon EF 70-200 f/2.8 - https://amzn.to/3JlILs8
Canon EF 16-35 f/2.8 - https://amzn.to/45mOB3Y
Canon EF 400mm f/2.8 - https://amzn.to/3JiVFao
Canon RF 24-105 f/4 - https://amzn.to/4mso8sL

Accessories:
Black Rapid Camera Straps - https://amzn.to/454M13V
On camera Mic - https://amzn.to/40RgKie
Rain Cover for 400mm - https://amzn.to/3J2aCxu
Rain Cover for 70-200 - https://amzn.to/45rw4nh
Apple M4 Macbook Pro - https://amzn.to/4fkmqas

0:00 - Intro
0:30 - Getting ready
0:40 - Game 3 - Shooting up high
1:30 - Transmitting Images
2:20 - Game 4 - Shooting from the stands
4:07 - Card Running
5:20 - Shooting on the floor
5:50 - Game 6 - Pregame
6:48 - Game 6 - Postgame

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As always, leave any questions in the comments!