Where to watch NBA Basketball Games in Bali
Bali has a growing expat sports bar scene, especially in Seminyak, Legian, Kuta, and Canggu. NBA isn’t as big as football or UFC, but many venues (especially Aussie/American-owned) show games on request, particularly playoffs or marquee matchups (Lakers, Warriors, Celtics). Call ahead or check Facebook – most have multiple screens and international feeds.
Game Times in Bali (WITA – Central Indonesia Time)
Bali is 12–15 hours ahead of US coasts:
- Early games (7 PM ET): ~7–8 AM Bali
- Prime time (10 PM ET): ~10–11 AM Bali
- Late games: Noon–1 PM Bali Morning games suit breakfast spots; afternoon for beach bars.
Sports Bars and Pubs in Bali for watching in NBA games live
Focus on Seminyak/Legian (expat central) and Canggu (laid-back vibe). Many open early with breakfast for morning games.Lively sports bar scenes with fans watching NBA on big screens:Top Recommended Sports Bars (reliable for NBA on request):
The GOAT – The Pub in Seminyak
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Multiple screens; strong for US sports – NBA regular on request.
Food Highlights at The Goat
Bar snacks and great pub food – Fish and Chips are excellent – Cold Bintang ~40,000–60,000.
Galaxy Sports Bar
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Great Sports Bar – Several big screens; opens 9 AM–late; shows NBA on request – Cold Bintang ~40,000–60,000
Food Highlights at Galaxy Sports Bar
Very good pub food. I recommend the Bacon and Egg rolls.
Royal Jack Sports Bar
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Multiple screens across 2 levels + request-friendly Good pub food; burgers, pizza, the hot dogs are very good.
Plenty of big screens; opens 10 AM–late; general sports including NBA games. Icy cold beers ~50,000–70,000.
The Place 2 Be Bar – Sanur
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No food – but you can get delivery from the local restaurants – Pizza N Go is 50 meters away.
2 large screens, 1 pool table, bloody cold beer.
Cheap beer!
The Melting Pot Saloon
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Multiple screens; opens early for big events; reliable NBA showings
Food Highlights at The Melting Pot
Saloon/pub fare; popular: steaks, ribs. ~50,000–70,000 for local beer.
The Bench Sports Bar
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A lively sports bar on the hill heading down to Batu Bolong Beach
Food Highlights at The Bech Sports Bar
Good pub food
The Barn Gastropub
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Laid back vibe bar with live music and live sport
Food Highlights at The Barn
Gastro pub meals
| The Barn Gastropub | Canggu (Jl. Lingkar Nelayan) | 6 huge HD screens + large projector, air-conditioned, surround sound | Fish & chips, pies, bangers & mash, burgers, legendary Sunday roasts |
Tips:
- Seminyak → Most options, upscale.
- Canggu → Chill vibe, good for day games.
- Call/Facebook ahead – many post schedules.
- Atmosphere → Expat mix (Aussies/Americans), wings/burgers, cold Bintang.
- For every game → VPN + League Pass on device (bars have WiFi).
Official Broadcast & Streaming
- Indonesia Rights: Vidio or international feeds in bars.
- Best for Expats: Use a VPN (ExpressVPN/NordVPN) + NBA League Pass (~IDR 200,000–1,000,000/month depending on plan) for every game live/on-demand with English commentary.
- Illegal streams: Avoid – unreliable/risky.
Catch the hoops in paradise – Bali’s expat bars deliver for NBA fans!
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