Where to watch the NBA Basketball games in Pattaya
Pattaya has a strong expat sports bar scene, especially in Walking Street, Soi Buakhao, LK Metro, and Jomtien. NBA is popular with American and international visitors, so many bars show games (especially playoffs or big matchups like Lakers, Warriors, Celtics). Call ahead or check Facebook – venues often accommodate requests.
Game Times in Pattaya (Thailand Time)
Pattaya is 11–14 hours ahead of US coasts:
- Early games (7 PM ET): ~7–8 AM Thailand
- Prime time (10 PM ET): ~10–11 AM Thailand
- Late games: Noon–1 PM Thailand Morning games suit breakfast spots; afternoon for beach bars.
Best Sports Bars in pattaya for Watching NBA games
Focus on Soi Buakhao/LK Metro (expat central) and Jomtien (more relaxed). 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):
I-Rovers Sports Bar
i-Rovers is open 7 days a week from 7am – 1am
Location and Map link
Soi LK Metro – in the heart of the nightlife area of Pattaya – 12 minutes walk from downtown Beach Road Central Pattaya
Restaurant type
20+ screens; “Home of Sport” – NBA regular alongside EPL/UFC. Has Accommodations – rooms from US$20 per night.
Food Highlights at i-Rovers
Extensive Western & Thai menu; popular: Full English/Irish breakfast (sausages, bacon, eggs, black pudding), charcoal BBQ ribeye, pies.
Pattaya Sports Hub
Location and Map link
Soi Buakhao area Just off
Restaurant type
28 TVs; multiple games simultaneous – great for NBA., comfortable seating.
Food Highlights at Pattaya Sports Hub
Pub grub classics; popular: Full English breakfast, fish & chips, juicy burgers, kebabs.
The Sportsman Pub
Location and Map link
Soi 13, Beach Road
Restaurant type
Traditional British pub vibe. Beer prices 80–140 (local draught ~100–120). Multiple screens; shows international incl. NBA on request.
Food Highlights at The Sportsman
English & Thai dishes, all-day breakfast; popular: Sunday roasts/carvery, fish & chips, pies, burgers.
Boomerang Bar
Location and Map link
Soi 13 Pattaya – half way down – Google Map location
Restaurant type
Small Aussie-owned sports bar on the ground floor of the Boomerang Guesthouse; reliable for NBA & Aussie sports. The Guesthouse has rooms starting from 800 THB (A$35) per night (low season)
Food Highlights at Boomerang Bar
Pub classics; relaxed vibe.
Tips:
- Soi Buakhao/LK Metro → Central, most options.
- Jomtien → Quieter, more Aussie feel.
- Call/Facebook ahead – many post schedules.
- Atmosphere → Expat mix (Americans/Aussies), wings/burgers, cold beers.
- 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: Avoid – poor quality/risky.
Catch the hoops action in Pattaya – the expat bars deliver for NBA fans!
Last updated 22nd August 2026
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