ESPN is gearing up for an exciting three-day slate of NBA action from January 30 to February 1, showcasing a series of high-profile matchups featuring some of the league’s brightest stars.
On Friday, January 30, the schedule kicks off with a doubleheader starting at 7:30 p.m. ET. The Orlando Magic, led by rising star Paolo Banchero, will take on the Toronto Raptors, who are coming off a strong performance from reigning Eastern Conference Player of the Week, Immanuel Quickley. The game will feature Mark Jones calling the plays alongside analyst Stephanie White, with Katie George providing additional insights from the sidelines.
Later that evening, the action continues with the Detroit Pistons, who currently lead the Eastern Conference and are bolstered by NBA All-Star starter Cade Cunningham, visiting the Golden State Warriors. The Warriors, behind two-time NBA MVP Stephen Curry, will look to deliver a standout performance at 10 p.m. ET. Ryan Ruocco will serve as the play-by-play announcer for this matchup, with Doris Burke providing analysis, while Alyssa Lang reports from courtside.
ESPN’s coverage on Friday will begin at 7 p.m. with NBA Countdown presented by Eli Lilly, featuring guest host Hannah Storm alongside ESPN Senior NBA Writer Brian Windhorst and analysts Kendrick Perkins and Michael Malone.
Saturday night, January 31 will feature the NBA Saturday Primetime on ABC, presented by Wingstop. At 8:30 p.m. ET, Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets, who recently climbed to sixth in the NBA’s all-time scoring list, will host the Dallas Mavericks, featuring this year’s first overall pick, Cooper Flagg. Mike Breen will call the action alongside analyst Tim Legler and sideline reporter Lisa Salters. Before this marquee matchup, NBA Tip-Off presented by Eli Lilly will air at 8 p.m. on ABC, followed by Inside the NBA, providing further analysis after the game.
The NBA Pioneers Classic on Sunday, February 1 will highlight an essential moment at 3:30 p.m. ET, as the Milwaukee Bucks, led by Kevin Porter Jr., visit the Boston Celtics and NBA All-Star starter Jaylen Brown. This special game marks the celebration of NBA Pioneers Day and the beginning of Black History Month. Mark Jones returns for play-by-play duties, teaming up with analyst Richard Jefferson, with Angel Gray reporting from the court.
Coverage for Sunday starts at 3 p.m. ET with NBA Countdown presented by Eli Lilly, featuring the same talented team of Hannah Storm, Brian Windhorst, Kendrick Perkins, and Michael Malone.
All games during this electrifying weekend will be available for streaming on the ESPN App, ensuring fans don’t miss a moment of the action.
With these thrilling matchups, NBA fans can look forward to a weekend filled with high stakes and stellar performances as the league continues to celebrate its rich history and talent.