Canal Street Basketball Court

It's hard to get a spot to play because it's busy all the time. But good for a group of friends in summer. It has fresh air from Hudson, consider it as a natural air conditioner. Perfect public place with a nearby restroom. I highly recommend basket players try this place.

Imagine this scenario:
It's a nice spring Saturday, a perfect day to take pick-up basketball way too seriously. You have just scored 4 baskets in a row, telling the other team made up of accountants and construction workers "GET A HAND UP I'M TRYNA GET BETTER!"

A crowd is gathering along the fence. The baddies running down the westside highway stopping to see what all the commotion is. "Who is that guy?" They wonder to themselves, subtly biting their lip.

It's now game point, the Freedom Tower also has eyes it's on you as you call for an iso. The crowd anticipation is tangible.
In and out cross, the defender buckles. Hard pound dribble to a step back as you let that thing fly...... BAAAAAANNNNGGGGG!

But yeah, this court is great as the nets are fully intact and court is freshly paved. The upkeep is unmatched. Tompkins square park please take notes.

A nice basketball court by the river.

pick up games galore

Best place to ball in manhattan

The court is in incredible good condition and it has lights so you can play at night.

Nice court right on water. Stop for a game on your jog.