- June 21, 2021
- Posted by: Stratford Team
- Category: Business
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — After a tough year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 76ers’ playoff run has brought a big boost to some Philadelphia businesses.
“Sixers bringing in a whole lot of business for us and it’s great,” said Ben Andersen, the general manager of the Urban Saloon.
Anderson said the business was packed on Friday for Game 6, and he’s hoping it will be filled again for Game 7.
“Usually Sunday night people are coming back from the shore, and maybe they just want to take it easy. But for a Sixers Game 7 on a Sunday night, it’s going to be bumping,” said Andersen.
His restaurant, like many in the city, struggled financially during the pandemic. He said people are making it a point to stay in Philadelphia to watch the Sixers game.
Retail has also been benefitting from the Sixers advancing in the NBA playoffs. The manager of Shibe Vintage Sports in Center City said sales have been great this weekend.
“Business has been great today and all weekend…
