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Where to Watch NBA Games This Season: A New Era of Broadcasting
USASun Oct 19 2025
The NBA is making waves with a new $76 billion TV deal spanning 11 years. Fans will need to navigate a new network landscape to catch their favorite teams in action. The league has partnered with NBC, ESPN, and Amazon Prime Video, each bringing unique offerings.
Network Breakdown
NBC
- Making a comeback with Michael Jordan on board.
- Airing games on Mondays and Tuesdays.
- Opening night doubleheader:
- Houston vs. Oklahoma City
- Golden State vs. Los Angeles Lakers Both games will be on Peacock and NBC.
ESPN
- Known for its popular studio show "Inside the NBA".
- Airing games on Wednesdays.
- Continuing to air the NBA Finals (a tradition since 2003).
- Broadcasting nearly 100 regular-season games.
Amazon Prime Video
- Stepping into the game with a strong lineup.
- Exclusive global coverage of 66 regular-season games.
- All knockout-round games in the NBA Cup.
Innovative Features
The NBA has introduced "Tap to Watch", a digital initiative to help fans find games easily. This tool will direct viewers to live games across various platforms, including:
- ABC
- ESPN
- NBC
- Peacock
- Prime Video
The league is also innovating with:
- Real-time scores
- Live clocks in their app
Adaptation and Excitement
The new TV deal brings changes but also offers more ways to enjoy the game. Fans will need to adapt to the new schedule, but with tools like "Tap to Watch" and innovative features in the NBA app, staying connected to the action has never been easier.
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Is the 'Tap to Watch' initiative a front for a more extensive data collection scheme by the NBA and its partners?
Will Michael Jordan's return to the NBA with NBC finally make 'Roundball Rock' cool again?
How effective will the 'Tap to Watch' initiative be in addressing the challenges fans face in finding games across different platforms?
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