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NBA Games on TV Today
Wednesday, March 18
Golden State Warriors at Boston Celtics – 7:30 PM ET – ESPN, ESPN Deportes, NBC Sports Boston, NBC Sports Bay Area
The Golden State Warriors visit TD Garden shorthanded as Stephen Curry remains sidelined with a knee injury, forcing Brandin Podziemski into a primary playmaking role against Boston’s elite perimeter defense. The Celtics, currently second in the Eastern Conference, rely on the high-volume scoring of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown to power an offense that leads the league in three-point attempt rate. De’Anthony Melton enters this matchup coming off a 27-point performance, but he faces a difficult defensive assignment in Derrick White, who anchors a Boston unit ranking in the top three for defensive rating. The battle in the paint will be pivotal, as the Warriors’ small-ball rotations must contend with the rim protection of Kristaps Porzingis and Neemias Queta.
Oklahoma City Thunder at Brooklyn Nets – 7:30 PM ET – NBA League Pass, YES Network, FanDuel Sports Oklahoma
The Western Conference-leading Oklahoma City Thunder look to maintain their 1.5-game edge over San Antonio as they face a Brooklyn Nets squad struggling with a four-game losing streak. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues his MVP-caliber campaign, averaging over 30 points per game with elite efficiency, while Chet Holmgren’s mobility poses a significant threat to a Brooklyn frontcourt missing Day’Ron Sharpe. The Nets, who rank in the bottom five for offensive rating, will lean on Michael Porter Jr. and Noah Clowney to provide floor spacing against OKC’s aggressive, turnover-forcing defense. Brooklyn’s ability to limit transition opportunities for the Thunder’s young core will determine if they can stay competitive in this cross-conference matchup.
Portland Trail Blazers at Indiana Pacers – 7:30 PM ET – NBA League Pass, FanDuel Sports Midwest/Kansas City, Sinclair / Rip City Television Network
The Portland Trail Blazers travel to Indiana looking to solidify their hold on the tenth seed in the West against a Pacers team currently on a 14-game losing slide. Jrue Holiday and Deni Avdija lead a Portland squad that has found success through high-post playmaking and the interior presence of rookie center Donovan Clingan, who recently recorded a double-double. Indiana is heavily depleted, with starters Pascal Siakam and Andrew Nembhard ruled out, leaving a heavy scoring burden on T.J. McConnell and Jarace Walker. Portland’s defensive versatility should allow them to switch aggressively against Indiana’s depleted perimeter, while the Pacers must find a way to improve a defensive rebound percentage that ranks near the bottom of the league.
Toronto Raptors at Chicago Bulls – 8:00 PM ET – NBA League Pass, Chicago Sports Network
The Toronto Raptors visit the United Center seeking to end a three-game road skid and protect their sixth-place standing in the Eastern Conference. Immanuel Quickley and Brandon Ingram lead a potent Toronto attack that will test a Chicago defense allowing 120 points per game over their last ten outings. The Bulls rely on the playmaking of Josh Giddey and the scoring of Matas Buzelis, but they face a significant disadvantage in the rebounding department against Toronto’s Jakob Poeltl and Scottie Barnes. With the Bulls fighting to stay within reach of a play-in spot, this matchup hinges on their ability to disrupt Toronto’s half-court execution and win the second-chance points battle.
Los Angeles Clippers at New Orleans Pelicans – 8:00 PM ET – NBA League Pass, FanDuel Sports SoCal, Gray TV / Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network
The Los Angeles Clippers enter New Orleans with injury concerns as Kawhi Leonard and Darius Garland are both listed as questionable, potentially elevating John Collins and Kris Dunn into larger offensive roles. The Pelicans look to capitalize on their home-court advantage behind Zion Williamson, who is shooting over 60% from the field in March, and the perimeter length of Herbert Jones. If Leonard is unavailable, the Clippers’ defensive rating could suffer against a New Orleans team that excels at generating points in the paint and secondary transition opportunities. This divisional clash is critical for New Orleans as they attempt to climb out of the bottom three in the Western Conference standings.
Utah Jazz at Minnesota Timberwolves – 8:00 PM ET – NBA League Pass, FanDuel Sports North, Sinclair
The Minnesota Timberwolves continue their stretch without superstar Anthony Edwards, relying on Julius Randle and Jaden McDaniels to sustain their fifth-seed positioning in the West. Utah enters the contest as one of the league’s youngest rotations, highlighted by Cody Williams’ recent career-high 34-point performance and the interior development of Kyle Filipowski. Minnesota’s top-ranked defense will look to stifle the Jazz’s high-turnover offense by utilizing Rudy Gobert’s rim protection and McDaniels’ individual lockdown capabilities on the wing. Success for the Jazz depends on their bench depth and three-point volume, as they face a Timberwolves squad that leads the league in defensive rebounding percentage.
Denver Nuggets at Memphis Grizzlies – 8:00 PM ET – NBA League Pass, Altitude Sports and Entertainment, FanDuel Sports South
The Denver Nuggets play the second night of a back-to-back following a blowout win over Philadelphia, aiming to keep pace in a crowded Western Conference playoff race. Nikola Jokic remains the focal point of a Denver offense that ranks in the top five for efficiency, while Christian Braun has emerged as a reliable secondary scoring option during the team’s recent surge. The Grizzlies are currently ravaged by injuries, with Zach Edey and Santi Aldama among those shut down for the season, forcing Memphis to rely on 10-day contract players and G League call-ups. Denver’s superior depth and execution in the half-court should be the deciding factor against a Memphis defense that has allowed 120-plus points in seven consecutive games.
Atlanta Hawks at Dallas Mavericks – 8:30 PM ET – NBA League Pass, FanDuel Sports South, FanDuel Sports Southeast, TEGNA
The Atlanta Hawks bring a ten-game winning streak into Dallas, characterized by a high-octane offense led by Jalen Johnson and CJ McCollum. Atlanta has moved into eighth in the East behind a defensive unit that has shown marked improvement in forcing deflections and transition fast breaks. The Mavericks, focused on the development of rookie Cooper Flagg, have struggled with consistency and will be without Kyrie Irving due to injury. Dallas must find a way to contain Atlanta’s perimeter depth, as the Hawks have won nine of their last ten games by double digits, while the Mavericks’ defense ranks in the bottom third of the league in opponent field goal percentage.
Los Angeles Lakers at Houston Rockets – 8:30 PM ET – ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Space City Home Network, Spectrum SportsNet
A high-stakes battle for the third seed in the West sees the Los Angeles Lakers travel to Houston for a tiebreaker-deciding rematch with the Rockets. Luka Doncic leads the Lakers’ attack after a 36-point outing in their previous meeting, supported by LeBron James’ playmaking and Austin Reaves’ efficient perimeter shooting. Houston welcomes back Alperen Sengun to the starting lineup, whose interior scoring and rebounding will test Deandre Ayton and the Lakers’ frontcourt. The Rockets boast one of the league’s best home records at 23-9, but they must limit the Lakers’ transition opportunities to even the season series and gain the advantage in playoff seeding.
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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.
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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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