The NBLxNBA pre-season games are set to tip off this weekend, with five Aussie teams heading to the USA for a seven-game schedule.
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Aussie fans will be able to catch all the action, with ESPN Australia to broadcast six of the seven games, with all games also available on NBA League Pass.
Ben Simmons and the Philadelphia 76ers are set to host Melbourne United in the first game on Saturday morning, with fellow Aussie Sixers rookie Jonah Bolden also set to be involved.
“We’re delighted fans will be able to watch these games on ESPN," said NBL Owner and Executive Chairman Larry Kestelman via nbl.com.au
"The increased number of games symbolises the continued strength of the NBL-NBA partnership and the growth of our league in Australia and New Zealand.
“This series continues to position the NBL as the second-best league and entertainment product in the world outside the NBA.”
FULL SCHEDULE
| Date | Game | Time (AEST) | Location | TV | Streaming |
| 29/9 | 76ers vs Melbourne United | 9:00am | Philadelphia | ESPN | NBA League Pass |
| 30/9 | Utah Jazz vs Perth Wildcats | 11:00am | Salt Lake City | ESPN | NBA League Pass |
| 1/10 | LA Clippers vs Sydney Kings | 11:30am | Honolulu | ESPN | NBA League Pass |
| 3/10 | NZ Breakers vs Phoenix Suns | 12:00pm | Phoenix | ESPN | NBA League Pass |
| 6/10 | Raptors vs Melbourne United | 9:00am | Toronto | ESPN | NBA League Pass |
| 6/10 | Nuggets vs Perth Wiildcats | 11:00am | Denver | ESPN | NBA League Pass |
| 6/10 | Utah Jazz vs Adelaide 36ers | 11:00am | Utah | 9GO | NBA League Pass |