Watch NBA on uPlay
The NBA — National Basketball Association — is the world's premier basketball league and home to sport's most athletic and explosive players. With stars like LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Nikola Jokić and Luka Dončić, the NBA delivers one of sport's most entertaining and dynamic spectacles. With uPlay you can follow the entire NBA season live — from opening night in October to the NBA Finals in June.
Where do I find NBA matches?
NBA is broadcast via the following categories in your IPTV app:
| Category | Content |
|---|---|
| US – ESPN | Broad NBA coverage, primetime games |
| US – ABC | Selected top games and NBA Finals |
| US – TNT | Thursday games and playoffs |
| US – NBA TV | Dedicated NBA channel with all games |
| UK – Sky Sports Arena | Selected NBA games for European viewers |
| SE – Viaplay Sport | Selected games with Swedish commentary |
How to navigate there
- Open your IPTV app and go to Live TV
- Browse to the US category and look for ESPN or NBA TV
- For European broadcasts, select UK – Sky Sports Arena
- Update your playlist before tip-off
Tips
NBA TV is the dedicated channel for the serious NBA fan. The channel broadcasts games, analysis programmes, classic game replays and League Pass content around the clock during the season.
The NBA season
| Phase | Period | Games per team |
|---|---|---|
| Preseason | October | 4–6 games |
| Regular season | October – April | 82 games |
| Play-In Tournament | April | 1–2 games |
| NBA Playoffs | April – June | Up to 28 games |
| NBA Finals | June | Up to 7 games |
Regular season
82 games per team makes the NBA one of the most intense leagues in the world. Games are played almost every evening — often 8–10 games on the same day during the most intense periods.
Play-In Tournament
In recent years the NBA has introduced a Play-In Tournament where teams finishing 7th–10th in each conference play for the final playoff spots. This creates extra drama towards the end of the regular season.
NBA Playoffs
The top 16 teams, 8 from each conference, meet in best-of-seven series all the way to the NBA Finals. The playoffs are known for their dramatic comebacks, overtime games and legendary performances.
NBA conferences and teams
The NBA is divided into the Eastern and Western Conference with 15 teams each:
Eastern Conference
| Division | Teams |
|---|---|
| Atlantic | Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers, Toronto Raptors |
| Central | Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers, Milwaukee Bucks |
| Southeast | Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat, Orlando Magic, Washington Wizards |
Western Conference
| Division | Teams |
|---|---|
| Northwest | Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder, Portland Trail Blazers, Utah Jazz |
| Pacific | Golden State Warriors, LA Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns, Sacramento Kings |
| Southwest | Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Pelicans, San Antonio Spurs |
Game times for European viewers
NBA is played in North America which means late broadcast times in Europe:
| Time zone | Central European Time |
|---|---|
| Eastern (New York, Boston) | 01:00 – 04:00 CET |
| Central (Chicago, Dallas) | 02:00 – 05:00 CET |
| Pacific (Los Angeles, Golden State) | 04:00 – 07:00 CET |
Info
Most NBA games are broadcast in the middle of the night in Europe. Catch-up and the recording feature in TiviMate are invaluable tools for following the NBA without sacrificing your night's sleep.
NBA All-Star and special events
In addition to the regular season, the NBA organises several popular special events:
| Event | Time | Content |
|---|---|---|
| NBA All-Star Weekend | February | Slam Dunk Contest, Three-Point Contest, All-Star Game |
| NBA Draft | June | The year's most exciting recruitment event |
| NBA Summer League | July | Young and new players showcasing their talent |
| NBA In-Season Tournament | November – December | New tournament format during the season |
Picture quality
NBA is broadcast in Full HD on ESPN, TNT and NBA TV. Selected top games and the NBA Finals are broadcast in 4K via ABC and ESPN when available.
Frequently asked questions
Are all NBA games included?
uPlay covers the NBA via ESPN, TNT, ABC and NBA TV. Most nationally broadcast games are covered but local team channels are not included in the standard package.
Can I watch NBA with Swedish commentary?
Viaplay Sport broadcasts selected NBA games with Swedish commentary. For complete coverage use the American channels with English commentary.
Can I watch replays of last night's games?
Yes. Catch-up is available on ESPN and NBA TV for a limited period. In TiviMate you can schedule recordings of games that are played in the middle of the night.
Is the WNBA also broadcast?
Yes. The WNBA — the women's NBA — is broadcast via ESPN and ABC and is available via uPlay during the women's season from May to October.
Is the NBA Draft on uPlay?
Yes. The NBA Draft is broadcast live on ESPN in June and is available via uPlay. It's one of the most discussed events in basketball with the fates of future superstars at stake.
Tips for the best NBA experience
- NBA TV is the best choice for the dedicated NBA fan with broad coverage and analysis programmes
- Record games with TiviMate if you don't want to be up in the middle of the night
- ESPN and ABC are the first choice for the biggest games and the playoffs
- Catch-up lets you watch last night's best games in the morning — scroll back in the EPG guide
Summary
- The entire NBA season is included in your uPlay subscription
- Broadcast via ESPN, TNT, ABC and NBA TV with English commentary
- 82 games per team in the regular season — something is on almost every night
- Game times are late for European viewers — catch-up and recording are very practical
- NBA Finals and playoffs broadcast in Full HD and selected games in 4K