ESPN suddenly finds itself facing at least its 24th consecutive season of NBA coverage, starting October 20, 2025. Basketball fans are in for a thrilling slate of games! This year, fans will be treated to seeing some of the league’s biggest stars. Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and reigning MVP Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets are both set to make eight national appearances this season on the network.
The night will kick off with a great matchup that no one will want to miss. On October 29th, 2025, the Cleveland Cavaliers will play the Boston Celtics. At the same time, the Los Angeles Lakers will face off against the Minnesota Timberwolves. It’s safe to say both games will be drawing significant eyeballs. Together, they are the first major games of the season to be televised on ESPN.
>Throughout the season, many key matchups are sure to stand out on ESPN’s docket. On November 5, 2025, the Minnesota Timberwolves will face off against the New York Knicks. In the other game, the San Antonio Spurs face the Los Angeles Lakers for a place in the final 16. What these matchups will do is feature some of the league’s brightest young talent and contribute to the overwhelming buzz behind this year’s NBA season.
Prepare for one thrilling electric game this coming November! On November 8, we’ll be watching the Phoenix Suns go to battle against the LA Clippers. What will be an aerial show of touchdowns and showtime will feature elite star power. The following week, on November 12, two significant games will air: the Orlando Magic visiting the New York Knicks and the Los Angeles Lakers traveling to Oklahoma City to face the Thunder.
Continuing the trend of highly competitive basketball on display, ESPN will air a selection of these games in January of 2026. To kick off this initiative, on January 21 the Cleveland Cavaliers will be hosting the Charlotte Hornets. Meanwhile, the Oklahoma City Thunder will be playing the Milwaukee Bucks that same evening. These games are incredibly important for teams looking to stake their claim. With the second half of the season now upon us, every game is crucial.
The suspense is palpable as we near the end of January… On January 24th, the New York Knicks will be taking on the Philadelphia 76ers in what should be a fantastic match up! Now fans get to watch this dynamic game on ABC. For fans, this provides them with an entirely new way to engage with their favorite teams.
ESPN’s legacy of delivering NBA action into homes across the nation is unmatched and its dedication to doing so has never wavered. Get ready for a tour full of high flying, surprise showstopping, competitive action! From our most experienced organizations to our best newcomers, our unmatched calendar promotes a wide array of talent! The network has some of the most uniform coverage in the country. This will allow fans to better track their favorite teams and players throughout the entire season!



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