Amazon has officially set the stage for its inaugural broadcasting slate under the newly minted “NBA on Prime” banner, announcing a game schedule that kicks off on October 24, according to a press release from Amazon MGM Studios. The comprehensive package brings marquee matchups, tournament action, and star-studded studio coverage to Prime members for the 2025/26 season.
Opening Night and Season Kickoff
The “NBA on Prime” schedule launches on October 24 with a high-profile doubleheader, according to details released by Amazon. Action begins with the New York Knicks facing the Boston Celtics, followed by a late-night showdown between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Los Angeles Lakers scheduled for 4:00 AM CET, as reported in the broadcaster’s official calendar.
Broadcast Structure and Star-Studded Studio Lineup
Coverage on match nights will begin 30 minutes before tip-off with a dedicated pregame show broadcast live from the American Amazon Studios located in Culver City, California, according to Amazon MGM Studios. Following the games, viewers can tune into an “NBA Nightcap” segment featuring interviews and in-depth tactical analysis. Between doubleheader matchups, Amazon will bridge the broadcast with a “The Crossover” format, also originating live from California.
The studio team features a prominent roster of basketball legends and analysts. Taylor Rooks anchors the broadcast alongside Dirk Nowitzki, Blake Griffin, and Udonis Haslem. Additional studio analysts appearing throughout the season include Dwyane Wade, Steve Nash, and Candace Parker, per the network’s announcement.
Postseason and Tournament Coverage
Beyond the regular-season schedule, Prime Video’s multi-year agreement includes exclusive streaming rights for major events on the league calendar. Prime members will stream the SoFi Play-In Tournament in 2026, roughly one-third of the games across the first and second rounds of the playoffs, and a full Conference Finals series, according to long-standing structural agreements. The inaugural season coverage will culminate in June with exclusive broadcasts of the NBA Finals.
What Comes Next
Fans can access complete schedule graphics and game-by-game streaming slates directly through Amazon’s official platform announcements.
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