The 2026 NBA Finals are underway, with ESPN bringing every game of basketball’s biggest championship series live to Australian viewers as the race for the Larry O’Brien Trophy heats up.
The New York Knicks have already taken an early advantage, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 105-95 in Game 1 on Thursday as the battle for the NBA title gathers momentum.
New York’s victory continued a remarkable postseason run as the franchise chases its first NBA championship since 1973.

The Spurs, led by young superstar Victor Wembanyama, will look to respond when the series resumes this weekend, while the Knicks aim to build on their strong start before the Finals shift to New York.
The series continues with Game 2 live from San Antonio on Saturday morning.
NBA Finals on ESPN schedule:
Saturday June 6
10.30am AEST, Game 2 – New York Knicks vs San Antonio Spurs
Tuesday June 9
10.30am AEST, Game 3 – San Antonio Spurs vs New York Knicks
Thursday June 11
10.30am AEST, Game 4 – San Antonio Spurs vs New York Knicks
Sunday June 14
10.30am AEST, Game 5* – New York Knicks vs San Antonio Spurs
Wednesday June 17
10.30am AEST, Game 6* – San Antonio Spurs vs New York Knicks
Saturday June 20
10.30am AEST, Game 7* – New York Knicks vs San Antonio Spurs
*If required.
Every game of the NBA Finals is available live on ESPN in Australia, with coverage available via Disney+, Foxtel, Kayo Sports and Fetch TV.