How to Watch the NBA 2025-2026 Season Live Outside the US

Here’s everything you need to know about the NBA 2025–2026 season, including its start date, full schedule, and streaming options:

NBA 2025–2026 Season Overview

The NBA 2025–2026 season brings fans another year of exciting basketball, full of big games, close rivalries, and new stars to watch. From the first tip-off in October to the Finals in June, every team will fight hard to reach the top. It’s set to be one of the most thrilling and action-packed seasons in recent years.

When and What Time Does the NBA 2025–2026 Season Start?

The NBA 2025–2026 season starts on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. Opening night will feature a doubleheader with the Houston Rockets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder at 7:30 PM ET, followed by the Golden State Warriors vs. Los Angeles Lakers at 10 PM ET.

Where to Watch the NBA 2025–2026 Season in the US

You can watch the NBA 2025–2026 season in the United States on NBC, Peacock, ESPN, and ABC. You can stream live games and replays through the Peacock or NBC Sports app, featuring exclusive Monday and Tuesday matchups every week. You can also watch live on Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, or DirecTV Stream with access to NBC and ESPN channels.

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Where to Watch the NBA 2025–2026 Season in Canada

You can watch the NBA 2025–2026 season in Canada on TSN, Sportsnet, and NBA TV Canada, which broadcast games throughout the season, including Toronto Raptors matchups. Fans can also stream live and on-demand through TSN+, Sportsnet+, or NBA League Pass Canada. With League Pass, you can watch every game from every team, live or on replay, anywhere in Canada.

Where to Watch the NBA 2025–2026 Season in the UK

You can watch the NBA 2025–2026 season in the United Kingdom on Sky Sports, Prime Video, and through an NBA League Pass subscription. Sky Sports and Prime Video will show selected live games throughout the season, including marquee matchups and playoff action. For full access to every regular-season and postseason game, NBA League Pass lets fans stream live or on-demand anytime.

Where to Watch the NBA 2025–2026 Season in Australia

You can watch the NBA 2025–2026 season in Australia on ESPN through Foxtel, Kayo Sports, or Disney+, as well as on Prime Video, which will air select live games each week. The best way to stream every matchup is with an NBA League Pass subscription, offering live and on-demand access to all games throughout the season

NBA 2025–2026 Schedule Highlights

Below is a full weekly breakdown of the NBC and Peacock broadcast schedule for the season.

Week 1 – Opening Week

• October 21: Houston Rockets at Oklahoma City Thunder — 7:30 PM ET
• October 21: Golden State Warriors at Los Angeles Lakers — 10:00 PM ET

Week 2

• October 27: Cleveland Cavaliers at Detroit Pistons — 7 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• October 27: Denver Nuggets at Minnesota Timberwolves — 9:30 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• October 28: New York Knicks at Milwaukee Bucks — 8 PM ET
• October 28: Los Angeles Clippers at Golden State Warriors — 11 PM ET
• November 1: Dallas Mavericks at Detroit Pistons — 10 PM ET (Saturday – Peacock Only)

Week 3

• November 3: Minnesota Timberwolves at Brooklyn Nets — 7 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• November 4: Orlando Magic at Atlanta Hawks — 8 PM ET
• November 4: Oklahoma City Thunder at Los Angeles Clippers — 11 PM ET

Week 4

• November 10: Washington Wizards at Detroit Pistons — 7 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• November 11: Boston Celtics at Philadelphia 76ers — 8 PM ET
• November 11: Denver Nuggets at Sacramento Kings — 11 PM ET

Week 5

• November 17: Milwaukee Bucks at Cleveland Cavaliers — 7 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• November 18: Detroit Pistons at Atlanta Hawks — 8 PM ET
• November 18: Phoenix Suns at Portland Trail Blazers — 11 PM ET

Week 6

• November 24: Cleveland Cavaliers at Toronto Raptors — 7 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• November 24: Houston Rockets at Phoenix Suns — 9:30 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• November 25: Orlando Magic at Philadelphia 76ers — 8 PM ET (NBA Cup Group Play)
• November 25: Los Angeles Clippers at Los Angeles Lakers — 11 PM ET (NBA Cup Group Play)

Week 7

• December 1: Chicago Bulls at Orlando Magic — 7:30 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• December 1: Phoenix Suns at Los Angeles Lakers — 10 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• December 2: New York Knicks at Boston Celtics — 8 PM ET
• December 2: Oklahoma City Thunder at Golden State Warriors — 11 PM ET

Week 8

• December 8: Sacramento Kings at Indiana Pacers — 7 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• December 8: San Antonio Spurs at New Orleans Pelicans — 9:30 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)

Week 10

• December 22: Charlotte Hornets at Cleveland Cavaliers — 7 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• December 22: Memphis Grizzlies at Oklahoma City Thunder — 9:30 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• December 23: Denver Nuggets at Dallas Mavericks — 8 PM ET
• December 23: Houston Rockets at Los Angeles Lakers — 11 PM ET

Week 11

• December 29: Cleveland Cavaliers at San Antonio Spurs — 8 PM ET
• December 29: Dallas Mavericks at Portland Trail Blazers — 11 PM ET
• December 30: Philadelphia 76ers at Memphis Grizzlies — 8 PM ET
• December 30: Sacramento Kings at Los Angeles Clippers — 11 PM ET

Week 12

• January 5: New York Knicks at Detroit Pistons — 7 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• January 5: Denver Nuggets at Philadelphia 76ers — 8:30 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• January 5: Golden State Warriors at Los Angeles Lakers — 10 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• January 6: Miami Heat at Minnesota Timberwolves — 8 PM ET
• January 6: Dallas Mavericks at Sacramento Kings — 11 PM ET

Week 13

• January 12: Boston Celtics at Indiana Pacers — 7:30 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• January 12: Los Angeles Clippers at Sacramento Kings — 10 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• January 13: Minnesota Timberwolves at Milwaukee Bucks — 8 PM ET
• January 13: Portland Trail Blazers at Golden State Warriors — 11 PM ET

Week 14 – MLK Day Special

• January 19: Milwaukee Bucks at Atlanta Hawks — 1 PM ET (Peacock Exclusive)
• January 19: Oklahoma City Thunder at Cleveland Cavaliers — 2:30 PM ET
• January 19: Dallas Mavericks at New York Knicks — 5 PM ET
• January 19: Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons — 8 PM ET
• January 20: San Antonio Spurs at Houston Rockets — 8 PM ET
• January 20: Los Angeles Lakers at Denver Nuggets — 10 PM ET

Week 15–25
From late January through April, the NBC and Peacock schedule continues with weekly doubleheaders, featuring top-tier matchups like Celtics vs. Bucks, Lakers vs. Nuggets, Warriors vs. Mavericks, and Knicks vs. Cavaliers.
Key highlights include:

• February 1: Lakers at Knicks – 7 PM ET
• February 22: Celtics at Lakers – 6:30 PM ET
• March 15: Warriors at Knicks – 8 PM ET
• April 5: Lakers at Mavericks – 7:30 PM ET
• April 5: Rockets at Warriors – 10 PM ET

Can You Watch the NBA 2025–2026 Season Online for Free?

Yes, you can stream NBA 2025–2026 games online for free by using free trials from Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, or DirecTV Stream, all of which include access to NBC. These free trials let you watch live games and replays in HD before switching to a paid plan.

FAQs

1. When do the NBA Playoffs 2026 start?
   The 2026 NBA Playoffs are scheduled to begin on Saturday, April 18, 2026, following the Play-In Tournament.
2. Where will the 2026 NBA All-Star Game be held?
   The 2026 NBA All-Star Game will take place on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.
3. Are NBA 2025–2026 games available in 4K?
   Some broadcasters and platforms offer select games in 4K resolution, though not all games are guaranteed to stream in Ultra HD.
4. What devices can I use to watch NBA games?
   You can stream NBA games on Smart TVs, Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, PlayStation, Xbox, Android, and iOS devices through the official NBA app and supported broadcast apps.

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