Where can I watch NBA games in New Orleans?

5 venues in New Orleans have a real, checkable signal that they show the NBA: the venue's own post or website, a club or fan-group listing, or local coverage. Every listing on this page links back to that source.

What is the best NBA bar in New Orleans?

The sections on this page split them by what the evidence says: 5 show the NBA week in, week out.

When are the next NBA games?

Next up: NBA Opening Night: Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons on Tue 20 Oct 2026, 19:00 UTC; NBA Opening Night: Philadelphia 76ers at New York Knicks on Tue 20 Oct 2026, 23:00 UTC; NBA Opening Night: Oklahoma City Thunder at San Antonio Spurs on Wed 21 Oct 2026, 01:30 UTC. Tip-off lands after midnight in Europe and in the evening across the Americas, so late opening is part of what makes a venue work for the NBA.

How is this NBA list for New Orleans put together?

It is built from public evidence only: a venue's own posts and website, club and fan-group listings, and local press. We keep hospitality venues only, drop anything we cannot source, and refresh the New Orleans list as new evidence appears.

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Where to Watch NBA Games in New Orleans

Last updated September 6, 2026

NBA nights are late almost everywhere outside North America, which makes the venues that stay open for tip-off worth knowing. These 5 spots in New Orleans carry a real signal that they show the games.

5 venues
5 show it every week
5 with a linked source
4.6 average Google rating

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Upcoming NBA games

NBA Opening Night: Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons · Tue 20 Oct 2026, 19:00 UTC · NBA
Detroit hosts the first game of the 2026-27 season, Tuesday October 20 at 3:00 PM ET on NBC and Peacock.
NBA Opening Night: Philadelphia 76ers at New York Knicks · Tue 20 Oct 2026, 23:00 UTC · NBA
Madison Square Garden, New York, Tuesday October 20 at 7:00 PM ET on NBC and Peacock.
NBA Opening Night: Oklahoma City Thunder at San Antonio Spurs · Wed 21 Oct 2026, 01:30 UTC · NBA
San Antonio, Tuesday October 20 at 9:30 PM ET on NBC and Peacock, which is 01:30 UTC the following morning.
Minnesota Timberwolves at Miami Heat · Wed 21 Oct 2026, 23:30 UTC · NBA
Miami, Wednesday October 21 at 7:30 PM ET on ESPN.
Golden State Warriors at Los Angeles Lakers · Thu 22 Oct 2026, 02:00 UTC · NBA
Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, Wednesday October 21 at 10:00 PM ET (7:00 PM PT) on ESPN, which is 02:00 UTC the follo...
Cleveland Cavaliers at Philadelphia 76ers · Thu 22 Oct 2026, 23:00 UTC · NBA
Philadelphia, Thursday October 22 at 7:00 PM ET on ESPN.
New York Knicks at Boston Celtics · Fri 23 Oct 2026, 23:00 UTC · NBA
Boston, Friday October 23 at 7:00 PM ET on Prime Video.
NBA Cup: Philadelphia 76ers at Cleveland Cavaliers · Sat 7 Nov 2026, 00:00 UTC · Emirates NBA Cup
Cleveland, Friday November 6 at 7:00 PM ET, which is 00:00 UTC on November 7.

Shows NBA week in, week out

Walk Ons Sports Bistreaux @ Metairie, LA Shows NBA frequently

4436 Veterans Memorial Blvd, 70006 · 4.6 stars (3,220 reviews)

Shows the NBA regularly per Google reviews

I sat at the bar and Peighton and Adriana waited on us.The service was great and they made us feel very welcomed. We just went there to watch the basketball game and have a few drinks but wound up having great... (Google review)

@walkons Website Open in Google Maps

Cooter Brown's Tavern Shows NBA frequently

509 S. Carrollton Ave., Riverbend, New Orleans LA · 4.5 stars (2,330 reviews)

Shows the NBA regularly per its own posts

We're skipping Trivia this week (6/10) to focus on the Game 4 of the NBA Finals. We will be back next week (6/17) with our regular Trivia schedule. In the mean time, come watch the Knicks take on the Spurs at 7:30... source

@cooterbrownsnola Website Open in Google Maps

Finn McCool's Irish Pub Shows NBA frequently

3701 Banks St., Mid-City, New Orleans LA · 4.7 stars (1,430 reviews)

Shows the NBA regularly per its own posts

we are your home for sports featuring: English Premier League, Scottish Premier League, Champion's League, Rugby, NFL, NBA, MLB, MLS, and many more. source

@finnmccoolsnola Website Open in Google Maps

Loft18 @ Metairie Shows NBA frequently

3128 Metairie Road, 70001 · 4.5 stars (787 reviews)

Shows the NBA regularly per its own posts

🏀 NBA FINALS 2026 ARE HERE! 🏀 Spurs vs Knicks , it’s finally time! Game 1 drops this Wednesday, June 3rd at 7:30 PM and we’re turning Loft18 into the ultimate watch party spot for EVERY GAME Catch every bucket with... source

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Vieux sports saloon and cafe Shows NBA frequently

541 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116 · 4.7 stars (64 reviews)

French Quarter sports bar whose own site names NBA action as a house specialty.

NBA & NCAA Action! Catch the courtside excitement with us. source

Website Open in Google Maps

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch NBA games in New Orleans?: 5 venues in New Orleans have a real, checkable signal that they show the NBA: the venue's own post or website, a club or fan-group listing, or local coverage. Every listing on this page links back to that source.
What is the best NBA bar in New Orleans?: The sections on this page split them by what the evidence says: 5 show the NBA week in, week out.
When are the next NBA games?: Next up: NBA Opening Night: Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons on Tue 20 Oct 2026, 19:00 UTC; NBA Opening Night: Philadelphia 76ers at New York Knicks on Tue 20 Oct 2026, 23:00 UTC; NBA Opening Night: Oklahoma City Thunder at San Antonio Spurs on Wed 21 Oct 2026, 01:30 UTC. Tip-off lands after midnight in Europe and in the evening across the Americas, so late opening is part of what makes a venue work for the NBA.
How is this NBA list for New Orleans put together?: It is built from public evidence only: a venue's own posts and website, club and fan-group listings, and local press. We keep hospitality venues only, drop anything we cannot source, and refresh the New Orleans list as new evidence appears.