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Basketball Fever: NBA Games Return to NBC and Peacock

USAFriday, August 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.

Opening Night: October 21st

The action kicks off on October 21st with a doubleheader:

  • Houston Rockets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder (Championship celebration)
  • Golden State Warriors (Stephen Curry) vs. Los Angeles Lakers (LeBron James)

Weekly Highlights

Peacock NBA Monday

  • Exclusive games on Peacock
  • Highlights:
  • Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Detroit Pistons
  • Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
  • March 9th: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander vs. Nikola Jokic (Last two MVPs)

Coast 2 Coast Tuesday

  • Doubleheaders on NBC and Peacock
  • Highlights:
  • New York Knicks vs. Milwaukee Bucks
  • Los Angeles Clippers vs. Golden State Warriors
  • San Antonio Spurs vs. Houston Rockets (Future rivalry)

Sunday Night Basketball

  • Starts February 1st, 2026 (After NFL season)
  • Highlights:
  • Los Angeles Lakers vs. New York Knicks
  • Boston Celtics vs. Los Angeles Lakers
  • Houston Rockets vs. San Antonio Spurs (Kevin Durant vs. Victor Wembanyama)

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

  • Quadrupleheader featuring NBA's biggest stars
  • Highlights:
  • Milwaukee Bucks vs. Atlanta Hawks
  • Dallas Mavericks vs. New York Knicks

Conclusion

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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