NBC NBA Tip-Off: A Grand Return to Primetime Basketball

The NBA is set to make a grand return to NBC after 23 years, with a lineup of exciting games featuring basketball's biggest stars like LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Kevin Durant. The first NBC "NBA Tip-Off" doubleheader on Oct. 21 will kick off the season, followed by six other spotlight games throughout the year. This return is made possible by an 11-year agreement signed in 2024.

The debut of "Peacock NBA Monday" will be marked by a doubleheader on Oct. 27, featuring matchups between top Eastern and Western Conference contenders. The full schedule for the 2025-26 NBA season on NBC and Peacock will be announced soon, offering fans a chance to catch all the action.

The first game on NBC will showcase the defending NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder facing off against the Houston Rockets, followed by a Lakers-Warriors showdown. The games will be broadcast on NBC and streamed on Peacock, providing fans with multiple viewing options.

NBC Sports will also air a four-game slate on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a tradition in the NBA. Additionally, the network will introduce "Sunday Night Basketball" on NBC and Peacock in 2026, offering more opportunities for fans to enjoy the game.

As the NBA returns to NBC, fans can look forward to an exciting season filled with thrilling matchups and star-studded games. Stay tuned for more updates on the upcoming season and catch all the action on NBC and Peacock.