Can I watch NBA live streams in Australia?

The NBA season provides daily excitement for basketball fans, with each team playing a total of 82 games throughout the regular season before the qualifying franchises compete in the subsequent playoffs - and several Australian bookmakers allow their customers to stream the games live online. 

Read on below for more information on whether you can watch the NBA through local betting sites and how to access these streams.

Yes, certain bookmakers in Australia do live stream NBA games. Bet365 and Unibet broadcast every game of the regular season and also live stream the playoffs, right up to the Championship series.

You must have an active account with a positive balance or meet a recent bet condition. Once logged in, navigate to the in-play or live streaming section to find the NBA schedule. Clicking on a game’s play icon opens the stream.

Streams are often standard definition, though some bookies offer slightly higher quality. Commentary might be replaced by arena sound. Expect a short delay compared to the live broadcast. Odds are displayed alongside the stream, allowing in-play betting by phone.