Here are 6 Stockton sports bars where you can catch game 2 of the Warriors-King series
After almost two decades, the Sacramento Kings will be returning to the NBA playoffs.
The Kings and the Golden State Warriors will face off in the first round of the NBA playoffs this Saturday, April 15.
This is the Kings' first playoff since 2006. Golden State has spent the last several years winning playoff games.
The Kings' 120-80 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on March 29 secured them a spot in this year's NBA Playoffs. This has been the longest active playoff drought across North America's "Big 4" sports (the NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL).
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“We want to do bigger things, but 16 years – that’s a long time,” Kings star De’Aaron Fox told USA Today. “So that feels great just being able to get that off us.”
If you are not heading to the Sacramento Kings Golden 1 Center this weekend, head to one of these six sports bars in Stockton to watch the game.
Valley Brewing Co.
Head to Valley Brewing Co. at the Miracle Mile for some basketball and hand-crafted ales. Try a "Brew Burger" or "Garlic Cheese Fries this Saturday as you watch the Kings and the Warriors game on one of their many TV screens.
Location: 157 W Adams St, Stockton
Hours: 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. ((or until playoff games are over) Tuesday and Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. (or until playoff games are over) Thursday through Saturday, Closed Sunday, Closed Monday
El Parranda Sport Bar & Grill
If you would instead enjoy some mariscos, then El Parranda Sports Bar & Grill is the right place for you to enjoy a "Michelada Mamalona" or a "Barbacoa de Mariscos" while watching the game on one of more than 10 TV screens.
Location: 4555 N Pershing Ave #22, Stockton
Hours: 12-2 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m.-2 a.m. Saturday and Sunday
Mr. D’s Pizza and Pub
Cheer on the Kings or Warriors with other fans as you watch the game on one of their six TV screens. Enjoy a pizza or a cocktail at this historic landmark building.
Location: 122 E Oak St, Stockton
Hours: 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Monday through Sunday
The Store Bar
The Store Bar is not left behind. While this downtown Stockton neighborhood bar only has three TV Screens, this intimate setting will make you feel at home. Cheer on your team with a drink or two in hand.
Location: 235 E Fremont St, Stockton
Hours: Monday through Sunday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Smitty's Wings & Things
Drink specials and five TV screens. What else could you ask for on a Saturday NBA playoffs game? If you get hungry, order wings, a pizza, or a "Smitty's Margarita" while you cheer on your favorite team.
Location: 5654 N Pershing Ave, Stockton
Hours: 12-7 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, 12-6 p.m. Sunday, Closed Monday
Buffalo Wild Wings
Now if that is not enough, head to Buffalo Wild Wings and watch the game on one of their many TV screens. Order some wings, appetizers, or drinks and enjoy the game with a full stomach.
Location: 4751 Pacific Ave, Stockton
Hours: 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Monday through Sunday
Record reporter Angelaydet Rocha covers community news in Stockton and San Joaquin County. She can be reached at arocha@recordnet.com or on Twitter @AngelaydetRocha. Support local news, subscribe to The Stockton Record at https://www.recordnet.com/subscribenow.
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