The New Orleans Pelicans tested a live in-game prediction app this week that enables fans to make real-time guesses about player performance on the court for a chance to win prizes.
The NBA franchise tested the game, called HotStreak, during its Mar. 12 matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. The game was developed by Unblockable, Inc., which operates a platform that empowers fans to buy, sell, and use blockchain-based digital collectibles. While the Pelicans were Unblockable’s launch partner, the tech company said it plans to expand the game to other professional sports teams.
The free-to-play game lets fans make predictions on player-specific in-game stats, such as how many points, rebounds, assists, blocks, or steals an athlete might get within a certain time period.