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NBA Games on TV Today
THURSDAY, DEC. 4
Boston Celtics at Washington Wizards – 7:00 PM
Watch on: NBA League Pass Premium, NBC Sports Boston
The Boston Celtics (12-9) travel to face the Washington Wizards (3-17), bringing their steady momentum from a two-game winning streak. Boston’s balanced attack, averaging 115.3 points per game while holding opponents to 111.2, will look to exploit Washington’s defensive struggles, as the Wizards are allowing an average of 127.3 points against. For the Celtics, maintaining their defensive discipline and leveraging their scoring efficiency will be crucial. In contrast, the Wizards, who are in the midst of a painful stretch with just three victories this season, must focus on tightening their defense and finding a way to achieve breakthroughs in their offensive sets to challenge Boston’s structured play.
Golden State Warriors at Philadelphia 76ers – 7:00 PM
Watch on: NBA TV, NBC Sports Bay Area
The Golden State Warriors (11-11) visit the Philadelphia 76ers (11-9) in a matchup where both teams strive to establish momentum in the competitive standings. The Warriors’ balanced scoring, averaging 114.4 points per game, will be a key factor as they look to break down Philadelphia’s defense. The 76ers, boasting a similar offensive potency with 118.3 points per game, will rely on home-court advantage to maintain their slight streak. For Golden State, tight defensive execution is essential to handle Philly’s offensive threats, while the 76ers will aim to capitalize on their slightly better defensive ratings to limit the Warriors’ output.
Los Angeles Lakers at Toronto Raptors – 7:30 PM
Watch on: NBA League Pass, Spectrum SportsNet
The Los Angeles Lakers (15-5) head north to take on the Toronto Raptors (15-7) in a clash of two Western Conference powerhouses. With a sturdy 75% win percentage, the Lakers are anchored by their potent offense averaging 119.1 points per game, though they’ll need to tighten their defense against a Raptors squad that’s equally competent on both ends. Toronto’s balanced attack, averaging 117.7 points while holding opponents to 113.1, has powered them to a strong start this season, currently riding a one-game win streak. The Lakers will aim to exploit their offensive firepower, while the Raptors will rely on their home-court advantage and versatile defense to disrupt their rhythm.
Utah Jazz at Brooklyn Nets – 7:30 PM
Watch on: NBA League Pass, YES Network
The Utah Jazz (7-13) head to Brooklyn hoping to build on their rare offensive flashes amidst a difficult start to their season. With a high-scoring but defensively porous approach, Utah needs to focus on tightening their interior defense against Brooklyn’s struggling offense. Meanwhile, the Brooklyn Nets (5-16) are seeking their third consecutive win, buoyed by newfound momentum. For the Nets, maintaining offensive rhythm and playing solid defense will be key to availing themselves of the Jazz’s vulnerabilities.
Minnesota Timberwolves at New Orleans Pelicans – 8:00 PM
Watch on: NBA League Pass, NBA League Pass, FanDuel Sports Network North
The Minnesota Timberwolves (13-8) are riding the momentum of a three-game winning streak and bring their potent offensive firepower to this matchup. They have excelled with an average of 120.6 points per game, which they’ll look to leverage against a struggling New Orleans Pelicans (3-19) squad. The Pelicans, mired in a four-game losing streak, have been porous on defense, allowing 123.3 points per game. For Minnesota, maintaining defensive intensity while exploiting the Pelicans’ defensive weaknesses will be key. New Orleans will need to find a way to tighten up defensively and surprise the Timberwolves with resilient play to counteract Minnesota’s effective scoring machine.
Where to Watch NBA Games
There are plenty of places to make sure you don’t miss a moment of your favorite NBA team’s season. Here’s where to watch NBA games on TV today and all season long:
- REGIONAL SPORTS LINEUP (only available in some areas)
- ESPN: Channel 206
- ABC: Find your local affiliate channel here
- TNT: Channel 245
- NBA TV HD: Channel 216
- NBA League Pass*
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does the 2025 NBA season start?
The 2025-26 NBA season begins on October 21, 2025.
When does the 2025 NBA regular season end?
The regular NBA season ends on April 26, 2026.
Who won the 2025 NBA Championship?
The Oklahoma City Thunder won the league title over the Indiana Pacers in 2025.
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