The 2026-27 NBL season is here, and it's never been easier to catch every game live. NBL27 is set to be the biggest NBL season ever with legend Joe Ingles returning from the NBA, Bryce Cotton seeking championship redemption, Kendric Davis hunting the MVP, Cole Anthony and a number of new faces lighting up the league and the Sydney Kings looking to defend their crown from an imposing chasing pack.
The 2027 National Basketball League season tips off on Saturday September 19 - with six live games in the first four days across ESPN.
Every game of NBL27 is live on ESPN, with viewers across Disney+, Foxtel, Kayo Sports, Fetch TV and Sky NZ able to enjoy every minute of the season.
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NBL27 begins on Saturday September 19 with Melbourne United facing the Adelaide 36ers at 7.30pm AEST.
Melbourne United enters the new campaign with a star-studded squad, headlined by the acquisition of former NBA guard Cole Anthony and Australian basketball legend, Joe Ingles, who is returning to the league after a decade in the NBA.
The Adelaide 36ers and superstar league MVP Bryce Cotton await them on the opening night of the season.
Here's every way to watch.
What channel is the NBL on in Australia?
Every game of the 2026-27 season is live on ESPN on Disney+.
How to stream every NBL game live on ESPN
ESPN is available via Disney+, Foxtel and Foxtel Now, Kayo, Fetch, and Sky for New Zealand audiences. Whichever platform you're on, ESPN carries every game of the regular season and finals.
When does the NBL 2026-27 season start?
The season opens with 13 games across the first nine days from Saturday, 19 September 2026, with a 165-game regular season across 21 rounds. Marquee moments include the return of HoopsFest Perth in January, the Ignite Cup, Heritage Round, Indigenous Round and Pink Slam Round.
What other NBL coverage will ESPN have?
ESPN will continue to provide the most extensive editorial coverage of the National Basketball League with news, opinion, analysis, highlights and live scores on espn.com.au
Match highlights and minis will be available across ESPN Australia Youtube and Disney+.
Australian Boomers star Jason Cadee will join ESPN journalist Olgun Uluc every week for The Aussie Hoops Pod.
The Aussie Hoops Pod has an in-depth NBL27 preview available now, as well as special episodes featuring Melbourne United signings Joe Ingles and Cole Anthony, and Kings star Kendric Davis.
ESPN will also deliver weekly episodes of Nothing But Net and Nothing But Net: Aussie Hoops with hosts Kane Pitman and Ryan Broekhoff throughout the season, ensuring local basketball fans have every angle covered on your 'Home for Hoops'.
FAQ
Can I watch the NBL on Kayo? Yes, every game is live on ESPN, which is included with Kayo.
Is the NBL on Disney+? Yes, ESPN's NBL coverage is included on Disney+ with every single game available.
Who won the NBL last season? The Sydney Kings claimed their sixth title, defeating the Adelaide 36ers in the NBL25-26 finals.