McDonald’s, NBA tie up to introduce NBA-themed promotions across India

The National Basketball Association (NBA) and McDonald’s recently announced a partnership to introdu…

The National Basketball Association (NBA) and McDonald’s recently announced a partnership to introduce NBA-themed promotions and interactive NBA Experience Zones in select McDonald’s locations in 39 cities across India.

Between November 14 till December 12, the fast food giant will give away an NBA-branded basketball with every family meal purchase at any of its restaurants in the West and South region while stocks last.

McDonald’s will also introduce NBA Zones in over 30 outlets, providing fans the chance to experience the atmosphere of being at an NBA game through a range of interactive experiences.

“We, at McDonald’s, believe that playing sport is crucial to the overall development of children,” said Seema Arora Nambiar, senior vice-president, strategy, innovation and capability, McDonald’s India.

“Globally McDonald’s is associated with various sports, and this Children’s Day, we are partnering with the NBA to encourage children to step out and play to have fun and create happy childhood memories,” she added.

“We are excited to partner with a global iconic brand like McDonald’s,” said Yannick Colaco, managing director, NBA India.

“This campaign with McDonald’s is a perfect way for us to deliver new and engaging NBA experiences to our fans,” she added.

McDonald’s in India aims to convey the message of encouraging kids to be more active and participate in sports. The family meal was created with McDonald’s core values of sharing in mind, and consists of a burger, naan, a rice bowl, French Fries, potato wedges, two servings of Coke, as well as a dessert.