BREAKING: NBA basketball is back on October 21, 2025, and fans are buzzing with excitement! For the first time since 2002, the league will air on NBC, bringing a wave of nostalgia and thrilling matchups to screens across the country.
Tonight’s season opener features a doubleheader that you won’t want to miss: the Houston Rockets, led by Kevin Durant, face off against the defending champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder, at 7:30 p.m. ET. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Lakers will host the Golden State Warriors, featuring star players Luka Doncic and Steph Curry, starting at 10:00 p.m. ET.
WATCH LIVE: Both games will be available on NBC and Peacock, with pre-game coverage kicking off at 6:30 p.m. ET. This is a pivotal moment for basketball fans as the NBA returns to primetime television!
In addition to tonight’s excitement, fans can look forward to a full slate of games on Wednesday, airing on ESPN and NBA League Pass. This season will also see games streamed on Amazon Prime Video on select Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, with Peacock hosting exclusive games on Mondays and launching Sunday Night Basketball in 2026.
For those looking to catch the action without cable, live streaming options abound. Use a valid cable login to access NBA games live on the NBC website or app. Alternatively, consider services like DIRECTV, which offers a five-day free trial and flexible subscription plans starting at $49.99/month. Other platforms like fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and Sling TV also provide live access, with free trials available for new subscribers.
PEACOCK STREAMING: To watch tonight’s games on Peacock Premium, subscriptions are available for $10.99/month or $109.99/year. A bundled option with Apple TV is also offered at $14.99/month or $19.99/month (ad-free).
Embrace the thrill of NBA Opening Night as it coincides with a packed sports calendar, including the World Series and the NFL midseason rush. With so much on the line, now is a great time to be a sports fan!
Don’t miss out on the action—tune in tonight and feel the excitement of the NBA season unfold live!
