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Everything you need to know about the 2025 NBAxNBL Melbourne Series
- New Orleans Pelicans will face Melbourne United and South East Melbourne Phoenix at Rod Laver Arena in October 2025.
- Games will be broadcast live on Amazon Prime Video, Network 10 and NBA League Pass with exclusive pre-game content.
- The series features special events including a Pelicans open training session, fan night, and luncheon.
- Win one of three platinum double passes to the sold-out NBAxNBL Series in Melbourne this October.
The NBA x NBL Melbourne Series brings elite international basketball to Australia as the New Orleans Pelicans battle top NBL teams in October 2025.
Game Schedule
The series will feature two high-profile games at Melbourne's Rod Laver Arena:
- Game 1: New Orleans Pelicans vs Melbourne United - Friday, October 3, 2025, at 7:40 pm AEST
- Game 2: New Orleans Pelicans vs South East Melbourne Phoenix - Sunday, October 5, 2025, at 2:10 pm AEDT
Special Events
Beyond the games themselves, the series includes several additional events for fans:
- Pelicans Open Training – Thursday, October 2, 2025, 1 pm AEST: An exclusive opportunity for fans to watch an NBA team practice, featuring a player Q&A session
- NBA x NBL Fan Night – Saturday, October 4, 2025, 6 pm AEST: An interactive event featuring player performances, basketball challenges, and live entertainment
- Official Luncheon – Wednesday, October 1, 2025 11am AEST: A premium event offering closer access to players and officials
In addition to the preseason games, the NBA, the NBL and the Pelicans will conduct a Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA clinic on Saturday, Oct. 4 and lifestyle events leading up to and during the week of the games, including a Fan Night on Oct. 4 at Rod Laver Arena headlined by NBA Champions and Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famers Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett.
Fan Night will celebrate the NBA, the NBL and the game of basketball with a variety of fan entertainment featuring Allen and Garnett and players from the Pelicans, United and Phoenix, including a skills challenge, three-point contest, half-court shooting contest, mascot appearances, performances by the Pelicans dance team, and musical performances by singer-songwriter Tones And I.
Broadcast and Media Coverage
The 2025 Melbourne Series will receive comprehensive coverage across multiple platforms, making it accessible to basketball fans throughout Australia.
Viewing Options
Australian basketball fans will have several options for watching the games:
- Amazon Prime Video: Full live coverage and exclusive additional content
- Network 10: Free-to-air broadcast reaching mainstream audiences
- NBA League Pass: Available through the NBA App or as an add-on subscription via Prime Video
Enhanced Content
Beyond the game broadcasts, media partners will deliver additional programming including:
- Pre-game shows featuring analysis and interviews
- Social media content providing behind-the-scenes access
- Exclusive features exploring the NBA-NBL relationship
Expected Attendance
Rod Laver Arena can accommodate approximately 15,000 spectators for basketball, and both games are sold out given the rare opportunity to see NBA talent in Australia.
