Where to watch NBA Basketball games in Bangkok
The NBA season runs October–June, with games mostly in the morning Thailand time due to the 11–14 hour time difference (US West/East Coast). Bangkok has a solid expat sports bar scene, but NBA isn’t as popular as football or UFC – venues show it on request or for big games (e.g., Lakers, Warriors, playoffs).
Game Times in Bangkok
| US Time (Typical) | Bangkok Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 7–8 PM ET (early) | 7–8 AM next day | Morning games – some bars open for breakfast. |
| 10 PM ET (prime) | 10–11 AM | Most common slot. |
| Late games | Noon–1 PM | Playoffs/finals often here. |
Watching in Bars & Pubs
Focus on Sukhumvit (Soi 11–13, Nana/Asok area) for expat/American-friendly spots with multiple screens. Call ahead – NBA often needs a request.Lively sports bar scenes with fans watching NBA on big screens:
Top Recommended Sports Bars
| Bar Name | Location | Details of bar | Food/Atmosphere |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viva Sports Bar | Sukhumvit Soi 8 2 mins walk from Nana BTS | Open front bar, very busy so get there early. Multiple screens | Great menu with pub food and Thai Food. I recommend the Chicken Cashew Rice. |
| The Game | Sukhumvit Rd Under Nana BTS (Soi 11 closest cnr) | 10+ screens; popular for US sports incl. NBA; request games. | Burgers, wings; central & lively. |
| The Sportsman | Sukhumvit Soi 13 (Nana BTS) | 26+ TVs; strong for international sports – NBA regular on request. | Pub classics; expat favorite. |
| Hooters Bangkok | Sukhumvit Soi 4 (Nana) | American chain with big screens; good for NBA alongside NFL. | Wings, burgers; fun vibe. |
| Mullis Sports Bar | Sukhumvit Soi 11 | Multiple screens; shows US/international sports. | Irish/Thai food; nightlife area. |
| The Clubhouse Sports Bar | Sukhumvit Soi 23 (Asoke BTS or Sukhumvit MRT) | Aussie-owned; likely to show NBA for US crowd. | Aussie BBQ; casual. |
Tips:
- Sukhumvit Soi 11–13 → Expat central, easiest BTS access (Nana/Asok).
- Morning games → Some open early with breakfast (Coffee Club nearby 24h).
- Atmosphere → Mix of Americans, expats; wings/burgers standard.
- For every game → VPN + League Pass on device (bars have WiFi).
Official Broadcast & Streaming
- Thailand Rights: TrueVisions or international feeds in bars.
- Best for Expats: Use a VPN (ExpressVPN/NordVPN) + NBA League Pass (~THB 300–1,000/month depending on plan) for every game live/on-demand.
- Illegal streams: Poor quality/risky – avoid.
Catch the hoops action in Bangkok – the expat bars deliver for die-hards!
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