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About NBA
NBA 2025/26: A Fresh Chapter Begins
The wait is over — professional basketball returns as the 2025/26 NBA season gets underway. With rosters reloaded and rivalries renewed, this campaign promises high drama from opening night through to the championship series.
When It All Kicks Off
Mark your calendars: the new season begins on 21 October 2025, with two standout clashes to launch the action:
- Houston Rockets vs Oklahoma City Thunder
- Los Angeles Lakers vs Golden State Warriors
Expect fireworks right from the tip-off, with some of the league's most promising young stars and seasoned veterans taking the court.
Holiday Highlights: NBA on Christmas Day
Christmas Day basketball is a fan-favorite tradition — and this year’s lineup features five marquee matchups that span coast to coast:
- Cleveland Cavaliers vs New York Knicks
- San Antonio Spurs vs Oklahoma City Thunder
- Dallas Mavericks vs Golden State Warriors
- Houston Rockets vs Los Angeles Lakers
- Minnesota Timberwolves vs Denver Nuggets
It's the perfect blend of emerging talent and superstar clashes — a true holiday spectacle for basketball lovers.
NBA Cup Returns: In-Season Tournament
Back by popular demand, the NBA Cup injects extra excitement midway through the season. Here's how the tournament schedule looks:
| Round | Schedule |
|---|---|
| Group Stage | 31 October – 28 November 2025 |
| Quarterfinals | 9–10 December 2025 |
| Semifinals | 13 December 2025 |
| Final | 16 December 2025 |
This high-stakes mini-tournament offers a chance for teams to earn silverware before the postseason begins.
Spotlight on the Stars: All-Star Weekend 2026
Los Angeles will host the NBA’s signature celebration of skill and showmanship between 13–15 February 2026. Here's what fans can look forward to:
- Friday: Rising Stars Game — the next generation on full display
- Saturday: Skill Contests, including 3-point shootout & dunk showdown
- Sunday: The All-Star Game — East vs West, with bragging rights on the line
The Road to Glory: Playoffs & Finals
The postseason kicks off after the regular season concludes on 12 April 2026. Here's the full timeline for the path to the title:
| Stage | Dates |
|---|---|
| Play-In Tournament | 14–17 April 2026 |
| Playoffs Begin | 18 April 2026 |
| NBA Finals | 4–21 June 2026 |
With every round, the pressure rises — and only one team will emerge as the 2026 NBA Champion.
Oklahoma City Thunder Win the 2025 NBA Title!
The Oklahoma City Thunder have emerged as the 2025 NBA champions after a spectacular Game 7 victory over the Indiana Pacers, finishing 103–91 and taking the series 4–3.
This historic triumph marks the franchise’s first NBA crown under the Oklahoma City name. The last time the organisation lifted the trophy was back in 1979, competing then as the Seattle SuperSonics. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the charge throughout the series and was rightfully named MVP of the Finals.
Throughout the campaign, the Thunder dominated the Western Conference standings and carried that momentum into the postseason. They saw off Memphis in the first round, outlasted the defending champions Denver, dispatched Minnesota in the conference finals, and ultimately overcame Indiana to complete their title run.
Recent NBA champions include:
- 2019 – Toronto Raptors
- 2020 – Los Angeles Lakers
- 2021 – Milwaukee Bucks
- 2022 – Golden State Warriors
- 2023 – Denver Nuggets
- 2024 – Boston Celtics
- 2025 – Oklahoma City Thunder
NBA FAQ
Last year’s NBA champions were Oklahoma City Thunder.
Boston Celtics won the most NBA titles with 18 wins.
The first winners of the NBA were Golden State Warriors, in 1947 season.
NBA today’s matches are Charlotte Hornets v Miami Heat
Los Angeles Lakers v Houston Rockets
Discover where to watch NBA live in Ohio (USA) by visiting Live Sports on TV Today. Find out which channels are broadcasting the matches and don’t miss any action from this exciting competition.
