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Prime Video Expands NBA Coverage in UK and Ireland

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Prime Video is enhancing its basketball offerings for viewers in the United Kingdom and Ireland, bringing an unprecedented level of NBA action directly to subscribers. This comprehensive expansion includes a significant increase in live regular-season games, exclusive international matchups, and extensive post-season coverage, solidifying Prime Video as a premier destination for basketball enthusiasts in the region.

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Unveiling the Enhanced Regular Season Schedule for UK & Ireland Audiences

Prime Video has revealed an expanded program for the 2025-26 NBA regular season, adding an impressive 20 live games to its existing lineup. These additional fixtures will be broadcast during primetime on Sunday evenings, tailored specifically for fans in the UK and Ireland. This brings the total number of exclusive regular-season matchups available to Prime members to 86, all included without extra charges.

Highlighting Key Matchups and Star Power

The newly added games promise a captivating viewing experience, kicking off on Sunday, October 26, 2025. The schedule features a highly anticipated clash between Victor Wembanyama's San Antonio Spurs and the Brooklyn Nets, scheduled for 6:00 PM GMT. This early-season encounter offers European fans a prime opportunity to witness Wembanyama, entering his third NBA season, demonstrate his exceptional talent. The expanded roster prominently showcases other European basketball icons, with multiple appearances from Wembanyama and the Spurs, two-time MVP Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, and former MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the Milwaukee Bucks.

Throughout the Season: Must-Watch Games and Doubleheaders

The schedule is packed with exciting contests throughout the year. Notable games include the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder facing the New Orleans Pelicans on November 2, and a high-stakes encounter as the Milwaukee Bucks visit the Boston Celtics on February 1. Fans can also look forward to a thrilling doubleheader on March 1, 2026, featuring the San Antonio Spurs at the New York Knicks (6:00 PM GMT) followed by the Minnesota Timberwolves battling the Denver Nuggets (8:30 PM GMT). This extensive coverage guarantees that viewers in the UK and Ireland will have access to at least one primetime NBA game nearly every week of the regular season.

Exclusive International Game Coverage

In addition to the regular season, Prime members will gain exclusive live access to the NBA Berlin and London games in January 2026. These special events will feature the Memphis Grizzlies and the Orlando Magic, marking a significant occasion for the Magic's German star duo, Franz and Moritz Wagner, as they return to Europe.

A Comprehensive Suite of NBA Content on Prime Video

The 20 additional games are an integral part of Prime Video's extensive NBA coverage for the 2025-26 season in the UK and Ireland. This includes the 66 regular-season games previously announced, the Emirates Cup Championship game, the 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament, a substantial portion of the first and second-round Playoff games, a Conference Finals series, and exclusive coverage of the 2026 NBA Finals. For those seeking even more basketball, the NBA League Pass will be available as an optional add-on subscription through Prime Video, providing access to every single NBA game, both live and on-demand, ensuring fans never miss a moment of the action throughout the 2025-26 season.

Beyond Basketball: A World of Sports Entertainment for Prime Members

Commencing this October, the NBA joins Prime Video's distinguished roster of live sports in the UK and Ireland, which is available to Prime members at no extra charge, alongside UEFA Champions League Football. Prime members also gain access to a rich library of exclusive sports documentaries, including compelling titles such as "Built in Birmingham: Brady & The Blues," "Giannis: The Marvelous Journey," "Federer: Twelve Final Days," and the acclaimed Amazon Original "All or Nothing" franchise, which covers teams like Arsenal, Juventus, Toronto Maple Leafs, various NFL teams, and the NCAA's Michigan Wolverines football team.

Accessibility Across Devices

Viewers in the UK and Ireland can enjoy the NBA on Prime and the NBA League Pass (via an additional subscription) across a multitude of compatible devices. This includes streaming directly from web browsers or using the Prime Video application on smartphones, tablets, set-top boxes, game consoles, and smart television

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