Where can I watch NBA games in Auckland?

6 venues in Auckland have a real, checkable signal that they show the NBA: the venue's own post or website, a club or fan-group listing, or local coverage. Every listing on this page links back to that source.

What is the best NBA bar in Auckland?

The sections on this page split them by what the evidence says: 2 show the NBA week in, week out; 4 hosted a one-off screening we could verify.

When are the next NBA games?

Next up: NBA Opening Night: Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons on Tue 20 Oct 2026, 19:00 UTC; NBA Opening Night: Philadelphia 76ers at New York Knicks on Tue 20 Oct 2026, 23:00 UTC; NBA Opening Night: Oklahoma City Thunder at San Antonio Spurs on Wed 21 Oct 2026, 01:30 UTC. Tip-off lands after midnight in Europe and in the evening across the Americas, so late opening is part of what makes a venue work for the NBA.

How is this NBA list for Auckland put together?

It is built from public evidence only: a venue's own posts and website, club and fan-group listings, and local press. We keep hospitality venues only, drop anything we cannot source, and refresh the Auckland list as new evidence appears.

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Where to Watch NBA Games in Auckland

Last updated September 6, 2026

NBA nights are late almost everywhere outside North America, which makes the venues that stay open for tip-off worth knowing. These 6 spots in Auckland carry a real signal that they show the games.

6 venues
2 show it every week
4 hosted screenings
6 with a linked source
4.3 average Google rating

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Upcoming NBA games

NBA Opening Night: Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons · Tue 20 Oct 2026, 19:00 UTC · NBA
Detroit hosts the first game of the 2026-27 season, Tuesday October 20 at 3:00 PM ET on NBC and Peacock.
NBA Opening Night: Philadelphia 76ers at New York Knicks · Tue 20 Oct 2026, 23:00 UTC · NBA
Madison Square Garden, New York, Tuesday October 20 at 7:00 PM ET on NBC and Peacock.
NBA Opening Night: Oklahoma City Thunder at San Antonio Spurs · Wed 21 Oct 2026, 01:30 UTC · NBA
San Antonio, Tuesday October 20 at 9:30 PM ET on NBC and Peacock, which is 01:30 UTC the following morning.
Minnesota Timberwolves at Miami Heat · Wed 21 Oct 2026, 23:30 UTC · NBA
Miami, Wednesday October 21 at 7:30 PM ET on ESPN.
Golden State Warriors at Los Angeles Lakers · Thu 22 Oct 2026, 02:00 UTC · NBA
Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, Wednesday October 21 at 10:00 PM ET (7:00 PM PT) on ESPN, which is 02:00 UTC the follo...
Cleveland Cavaliers at Philadelphia 76ers · Thu 22 Oct 2026, 23:00 UTC · NBA
Philadelphia, Thursday October 22 at 7:00 PM ET on ESPN.
New York Knicks at Boston Celtics · Fri 23 Oct 2026, 23:00 UTC · NBA
Boston, Friday October 23 at 7:00 PM ET on Prime Video.
NBA Cup: Philadelphia 76ers at Cleveland Cavaliers · Sat 7 Nov 2026, 00:00 UTC · Emirates NBA Cup
Cleveland, Friday November 6 at 7:00 PM ET, which is 00:00 UTC on November 7.

Shows NBA week in, week out

The Cav Ponsonby Shows NBA frequently

Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby, Auckland · 4.3 stars (1,058 reviews)

Shows the NBA regularly per its own posts

🔥 JUNE IS STACKED 🔥 From world football to title fights, NBA finals action and all your favourite Kiwi teams , we’ve got every big moment LIVE & LOUD all month long 📺🍻 ⚽ FIFA Club World Cup 🥊 UFC 250: Freedom Fight at... source

@the_cav_ponsonby Website Open in Google Maps

John Barleycorn's Taphouse Shows NBA frequently

Westfield Newmarket rooftop, Newmarket, Auckland · 4.4 stars (344 reviews)

Shows the NBA regularly per its own posts

This week's stacked: 🏀 NBA Finals action continues 🏉 Super Rugby Semi-Finals are here ⚽ The World Cup kicks off From buzzer-beaters and finals footy to international football, we've got every big moment covered live... source

@johnbarleycornstaphouse Website Open in Google Maps

Venues that hosted NBA screenings

The Postman's Leg Hosted NBA screenings

Glenfield, Auckland · 4.2 stars (2,752 reviews)

Promoted the NBA screening per Google reviews

We went here the other day to have lunch out with my son and my husband who were big fans of the NBA on a Sunday and to watch the NBA finals. We specifically asked the waiter where to sit so we can watch the NBA finals. (Google review)

Website Open in Google Maps

Long Bay Surf Club Hosted NBA screenings

4/56 Bounty Road, Long Bay, Auckland 0630, New Zealand · 4.2 stars (1,043 reviews)

Promoted the NBA screening per its own posts

NBA finals continue today! After the craziness of the last game - will the Knicks take it? Tip off at 1235 - live and loud on our big screen. source

@longbaysurfclub Website Open in Google Maps

Morningside Tavern Hosted NBA screenings

Morningside, Auckland (near Eden Park) · 4.5 stars (920 reviews)

Promoted a New York Knicks screening per its own posts

The finals continue... Game 3 of the NBA finals New York Knicks v San Antonio Spurs Will be showing live and loud! 12:35pm... source

@morningsidetavern Website Open in Google Maps

Takapuna Surf Club Hosted NBA screenings

Takapuna, Auckland (North Shore) · 4.1 stars (405 reviews)

Promoted the NBA screening per its own posts

SNITTY special & NBA finals at 12:30pm today! 🏀 🏄🏿‍♂️ Playing with SOUND ON! Let’s go! source

@takapunasurfclub Website Open in Google Maps

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch NBA games in Auckland?: 6 venues in Auckland have a real, checkable signal that they show the NBA: the venue's own post or website, a club or fan-group listing, or local coverage. Every listing on this page links back to that source.
What is the best NBA bar in Auckland?: The sections on this page split them by what the evidence says: 2 show the NBA week in, week out; 4 hosted a one-off screening we could verify.
When are the next NBA games?: Next up: NBA Opening Night: Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons on Tue 20 Oct 2026, 19:00 UTC; NBA Opening Night: Philadelphia 76ers at New York Knicks on Tue 20 Oct 2026, 23:00 UTC; NBA Opening Night: Oklahoma City Thunder at San Antonio Spurs on Wed 21 Oct 2026, 01:30 UTC. Tip-off lands after midnight in Europe and in the evening across the Americas, so late opening is part of what makes a venue work for the NBA.
How is this NBA list for Auckland put together?: It is built from public evidence only: a venue's own posts and website, club and fan-group listings, and local press. We keep hospitality venues only, drop anything we cannot source, and refresh the Auckland list as new evidence appears.