[lostalex]

Originally Posted by MTVN

Well, I dont know about the NBA but I know quite a lot about the British fan base for the NFL. The most widly supported teams are either the best ones, the Pats being the prime example although some people choose to support then just for having "England" in their name. When the game first attracted a crowd in the 80's the top teams back then still have a fair few fans, like the Raiders and the 49ers, the Cowboys as well. Then the Dolphins are very popular over here, partly because everyone likes their location and then because of Dan Marino. A lot of the newer fans might choose to support one of the teams that have played over here in the UK as well, so teams like the Saints are growing in popularity no doubt.

That's what I know about the NFL anyway, not sure about the NBA

cool, thanks for the response. So it sounds like the NFl's strategy of bringing games to London really does have an effect then! it's creating loyal fans. Very cool.

And As a Raiders supporter, nice to hear that they are one of the more popular teams over there.