Christmas tip-off confirmed

Wednesday, August 21, 2024

“Christmas has quickly developed into a loved and marquee day on our calendar."

Fans will be treated to a Christmas Night delight this season, with tip-off times and broadcast details of the Hungry Jack's NBL’s Christmas double-header confirmed.

The defending champion Tasmania JackJumpers will host the New Zealand Breakers at MyState Bank Arena at 6:00pm AEDT live on ESPN, before New South Wales rivals the Sydney Kings and Illawarra Hawks take centre stage at Qudos Bank Arena at 8:30pm AEDT live on Channel 10 and ESPN.

It will be the third straight year the NBL plays on Christmas, with the Kings hosting their third game on the date and the JackJumpers their second.

“Christmas has quickly developed into a loved and marquee day on our calendar, and we are excited to continue the tradition this year with a massive night-time double-header,” NBL COO and Head of Basketball Operations Vince Crivelli said.

“We are delighted to be leading the way in the Australian sporting landscape for Christmas games. We thank the Kings and JackJumpers for their ambition in hosting the matches and extend our gratitude to the away teams, the Breakers and Hawks, for their involvement in these games and helping them become a highlight of the season.

“We also acknowledge the always wonderful support of our broadcasters to help ensure these games are available to as many people as possible.”

Hungry Jack's NBL Christmas Double-Header:

Wednesday December 25, 2024
Tasmania JackJumpers v New Zealand Breakers
MyState Bank Arena, 6:00pm AEDT
ESPN

Wednesday December 25, 2024
Sydney Kings v Illawarra Hawks
Qudos Bank Arena, 8:30pm AEDT
ESPN / Channel 10 and 10 Play