Basketball Fever: NBA Games Return to NBC and Peacock
USAFri Aug 15 2025
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The NBA is back on NBC for the first time in over two decades, and it's bringing a lot of excitement. More than 100 games will be shown, featuring some of the biggest stars and classic rivalries. This is a big deal for basketball fans who have been waiting for this moment.
The action kicks off on October 21st with a doubleheader. First, the Houston Rockets will play the Oklahoma City Thunder, who are celebrating their championship win. Then, the Golden State Warriors, led by Stephen Curry, will take on the Los Angeles Lakers, with LeBron James leading the team. It's going to be an intense night of basketball.
Every week, there will be special nights dedicated to NBA games. On Mondays, Peacock NBA Monday will feature up to three games exclusively on Peacock. Some of the highlights include a matchup between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Detroit Pistons, and another between the Denver Nuggets and the Minnesota Timberwolves. There's also a big game on March 9th where the last two MVPs, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic, will face off.
Tuesdays are also going to be exciting with Coast 2 Coast Tuesday. This will feature doubleheaders on NBC and Peacock, starting with a game between the New York Knicks and the Milwaukee Bucks, followed by the Los Angeles Clippers and the Golden State Warriors. There are plenty of other exciting matchups throughout the season, including a game between the San Antonio Spurs and the Houston Rockets, which is expected to be a big rivalry in the future.
Sunday Night Basketball will start on February 1st, 2026, after the NFL season. There will be some amazing games, like the Los Angeles Lakers playing the New York Knicks, and the Boston Celtics playing the Los Angeles Lakers. There will also be a game between the Houston Rockets and the San Antonio Spurs, featuring Kevin Durant and Victor Wembanyama.
On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be a quadrupleheader featuring some of the NBA's biggest stars. This includes games like the Milwaukee Bucks playing the Atlanta Hawks, and the Dallas Mavericks playing the New York Knicks. It's going to be a day full of basketball action.
Overall, the return of the NBA to NBC and Peacock is a big deal for basketball fans. With more than 100 games featuring some of the biggest stars and rivalries, there's plenty to look forward to. Whether you're a fan of the Lakers, the Warriors, or any other team, there's going to be something for everyone.
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