The NBL26 season is embracing the holiday spirit with an exciting lineup of events and games. From December 15 to 26, basketball fans can enjoy daily giveaways and high-stakes matchups. This festive period promises to celebrate basketball in an engaging way.
NBL26 Christmas: Daily Giveaways and Game Schedule
During the holiday period, fans can participate in a series of giveaways. Each day presents an opportunity to win various prizes through a special advent calendar. This initiative runs alongside an extensive schedule of must-watch games.
Key Dates and Matchups
From December 17 to 26, the league will feature crucial games, showcasing top teams and exciting rivalries. One significant highlight is the Ignite Cup game on December 24, where the Adelaide 36ers will face off against the Cairns Taipans.
Among the notable matchups, the Christmas Day game on December 25 will see Sydney take on Illawarra. This event will spotlight star players Kendric Davis and JaVale McGee, adding to the allure of this rivalry.
Full Game Schedule
- Melbourne vs. Illawarra – December 18, 7:30 PM AEDT at John Cain Arena
- Perth vs. South East Melbourne – December 18, 9:30 PM AEDT at RAC Arena
- Cairns vs. New Zealand – December 19, 7:30 PM AEDT at RAC Arena
- Illawarra vs. Adelaide – December 20, 5:30 PM AEDT at WIN Entertainment Centre
- South East Melbourne vs. Brisbane – December 20, 8:00 PM AEDT at John Cain Arena
- Tasmania vs. Perth – December 21, 2:30 PM AEDT at MyState Bank Arena
- Sydney vs. Cairns – December 21, 4:30 PM AEDT at Qudos Bank Arena
- Brisbane vs. New Zealand – December 22, 7:30 PM AEDT at Brisbane Entertainment Centre
- Melbourne vs. Tasmania – December 23, 8:00 PM AEDT at John Cain Arena
- Adelaide vs. Cairns – December 24, 5:30 PM AEDT at Adelaide Entertainment Centre
- Sydney vs. Illawarra – December 25, 8:30 PM AEDT at Qudos Bank Arena
- Tasmania vs. New Zealand – December 26, 7:30 PM AEDT at MyState Bank Arena
All NBL26 matches will be broadcast live on ESPN, with select games airing for free on 10. This festive season is a perfect opportunity for basketball enthusiasts to engage with one of the league’s most anticipated events.
Enter the Christmas Competition
Fans wishing to participate in the NBL’s 12 Days of Christmas competition can find more details on the El-Balad website. Enjoy this festive season filled with basketball excitement!
