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NBA Fastbreak

gameactive18 mentionsFirst seen Apr 8, 2007Last seen Mar 20, 2026

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NBA Fastbreak is a game mentioned in 2 episode(s).

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  • factualmedium

    The Chicago Bulls are coded to be unbeatable on NBA Fastbreak, even with the glass removed

    Source: Mystery Pinball Theater 3000 host (reporting Matt Henry's account)NBA Fastbreak (Bally 1997)
  • factualhigh

    NBA Fastbreak supports linked play between two machines via serial cable

    Source: Mystery Pinball Theater 3000 hostNBA Fastbreak (Bally 1997)
  • factualhigh

    Only basket shots (ramps and saucers) score points in NBA Fastbreak; slingshots and spot targets award zero points

    Source: HostSDTM Tutorial: NBA Fastbreak Pinball w/ Chuck Wort
  • factualhigh

    NBA Fastbreak has no bonus collection mechanic, making ball tilt-out a viable strategy

Recent Mentions (18)

  • Bally 1997 machine; helped Crable win against Eric Stone by mastering left orbit and ramp timing

    Noah Crable on His Surprise Run to the 2026 IFPA National Championship FinalMar 20, 2026
  • Referenced as layout design comparison point for Pokémon's playfield

    I Choose You! The Pokémon Pinball Trainer's Survival GuideMar 13, 2026
  • Pinball machine used for playfield layout comparison

    I Choose You! The Pokémon Pinball Trainer's Survival GuideMar 13, 2026
  • 1997 Williams WPC game by George Gomez; featured basketball scoring system, linking capability for tournament play, and optional traditional pinball scoring; had special topper set for linked configuration

    TOPCast 24: Tom UbanApr 8, 2007
  • Bally pinball game from 1997 featuring basketball theme with NBA team selection, multiball modes, and back glass flipper; supports linked two-cabinet competitive play

    NBA Fastbreak (Bally 1997)Jun 27, 2023
  • Pinball machine at At the Wallace; described as one of wacky collection items

    Episode 305 - Historical Marker Looking Things

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Source: HostSDTM Tutorial: NBA Fastbreak Pinball w/ Chuck Wort
  • factuallow

    The highest score on a Cleveland Cavaliers game without extra balls is 247 points

    Source: HostSDTM Tutorial: NBA Fastbreak Pinball w/ Chuck Wort
  • factualhigh

    NBA Fastbreak can be linked with another machine for simultaneous head-to-head play with quarter-based structure

    Source: HostSDTM Tutorial: NBA Fastbreak Pinball w/ Chuck Wort
  • factualhigh

    Maximum achievable rings in single NBA Fastbreak game is four (trophy multiball repeats up to 4 times)

    Source: HostSDTM Tutorial: NBA Fastbreak Pinball w/ Chuck Wort
  • factualmedium

    NBA Fastbreak was manufactured circa 1997

    Source: HostSDTM Tutorial: NBA Fastbreak Pinball w/ Chuck Wort
  • factualhigh

    NBA Fastbreak suffered a mechanical fault traced to a broken wire on the coin door interlock switch during the event

    Source: Pinball NewsPLAY EXPO BLACKPOOL 2018
  • Sep 30, 2024
  • Stern pinball machine based on basketball; MacCulloch makes joke about wanting to be remembered as pinball player 'only on NBA Fastbreak'

    Pinball Heroes: Todd MacCullochMay 16, 2009
  • Pinball machine designed by George Gomez; subject of community criticism; Gomez expresses contrarian appreciation for the design

    Pinball Heroes: George GomezJan 31, 2009
  • Classic pinball machine being played on VPW (Virtual Pinball Werld) platform, features basketball theme with multiple modes including Crazy Bob's, Hot Dog Mania, Shoot Around Hoops, and Free Throw challenges

    NBA Fastbreak Duel Stream: FriscoPinball v.s MPT3kSep 1, 2021
  • Williams 1997 pinball machine being played and discussed; sports-themed with basketball elements

    NBA Fastbreak (Williams 1997)Jan 29, 2021
  • Late 1990s (circa 1997) pinball machine with basketball theme featuring multiball modes, combo system, and championship ring progression

    SDTM Tutorial: NBA Fastbreak Pinball w/ Chuck WortJul 2, 2020
  • Game on Matt's want-to-play list for Pinfest

    BONUS X!! 4/20 Arcade Trip, Jaws, Bond, Reggae!May 9, 2024
  • Basketball-themed pinball; interesting layout; Tony loves this title

    Episode 250 - IconicJul 20, 2025
  • Williams pinball title featuring Kopera's basketball shooter device mechanism

    TOM KOPERA GETS STERN PINBALL POSITIONJun 20, 2021
  • Pinball machine with basketball shooter mechanic designed by Tom Kopera

    Pinball Odds & Ends: New Hires at Stern & Jersey Jack, New Digital PinballAug 31, 2023
  • 1997 Bally pinball machine with unique scoring system and linked two-machine competitive play

    The Original Pencil Sketch of Bally NBA Fastbreak PinballNov 29, 2022
  • Williams pinball game (1991); discussed as potential future Zen title if Arcade1Up/Zen licensing partnership deepens

    Sign Me 1UPJan 19, 2020
  • Bally pinball machine; comparison point for dual-scoring system (normal and basketball scoring)

    Maximum Hang Time: Hoops Pinball TutorialJul 24, 2025