Doin' It In The Park: Pick-Up Basketball, NYC

"In 1997, the Tillary Park Tournament was featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated magazine.Full-court pick-up games start Saturday mornings at 6:30am. Legends: Bernard King, Ed “Booger” Smith."

"Known as “Battery Park” to the b-ball community, these courts are frequented by 2x NBA MVP Steve Nash.Weekend half-court pick-up games go from morning to late afternoon. Legends: Steve Nash, Jack Ryan"

"Named for Earl“The Goat"Manigault, the only legend to have a court dedicated to him.Youth league games weekday evenings. Pick-up games weekdays after 4pm.Legends:Clark Elie,Mario Elie, Reggie Carter."

"Dean Street hosts the Conrad McCrae Youth League on weekend mornings. Full-court pick-up games happen Sunday mornings, and the competition is hard-nosed. Legends: Conrad McCrae, Todd “Boogie” Davis."

"Mullaly Park has outdoor and indoor courts (located inside the NYC Parks & Recreation Center). Pick-up games go past sundown under the lights until 10pm. Legends: Walter “The Truth” Berry."

"Generally referred to as “Yankee Stadium," Macombs Dam was recently renovated.Weekday pick-up games start at 4pm and go until 10pm under the lights.Legends: Master Rob, Carlton “Moto” Green."