How to watch the NBA on TNT

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The 2024-2025 NBA season is back in full effect, which means it's time for NBA on TNT games. TNT once again serves as a main hub for basketball fans looking to watch some of the most exciting matchups (games during the season are also featured on ESPN, ABC and NBA TV).

The network’s coverage of the new season as always is reserved for Tuesdays and Thursdays, with insightful half-time commentary from basketball legends Shaquille O’Neal, Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith. You can expect Ernie Johnson Jr. to lead these entertaining conversations.

Here is everything you need to know about NBA on TNT during the 2024-2025 NBA season.

How to watch the NBA on TNT

TNT is a network available on every major cable/satellite provider. For those that cut ties with these traditional means, don’t worry. You’ll still be able to tune in to watch your favorite NBA team on TNT utilizing live streaming platforms like Hulu with Live TV, Sling TV, YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream, which all offer a subscription package that includes access to the network.

Additionally, NBA on TNT games will be available to live-stream on Max via B/R Sports.

NBA on TNT games: March 18-24

The 2024-2025 NBA regular season is now in the second half, with the playoffs in sight. For many teams, they really have to pull it together if they hope to make a real championship run.

This week, TNT is taking a break from NBA coverage to show 2025 March Madness games. So there will be basketball this week, but it will be of the college variety. Have you made your bracket?

What else to know about the NBA on TNT?

While much of the entertainment comes from the basketball court, TNT has also found that viewers are fond of the halftime commentary and end-of-the-game analysis offered on Inside the NBA. Hosted by Ernie Johnson and featuring Shaquille O’Neal, Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith, this panel of basketball experts has earned a reputation for their expertise in the sport of basketball and their hidden comedic chops.

TNT will additionally be a home for the second annual in-season tournament, named The Emirates NBA Cup. The tip-off for the tournament starts on November 12. Then as the 2024-2025 playoffs kick off, NBA fans should anticipate seeing some of the games on the channel.

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