Gear up for a star-studded showdown on the courts of Paris this July and August as Olympic basketball returns to the global stage. The 2024 Summer Olympics promises an electrifying display of athleticism, and you can watch it all on Peacock and NBCUniversal networks.
How will Team USA fare? Well, last year, the U.S. men’s national team crashed out of the FIBA World Cup. But they remain a threat at the Olympics. On the other hand, the women’s national team looks to continue a dominant gold-medal streak that started in 1996.
Read on as we unveil this year’s Olympic basketball channels, dates, and times.
What channels show Olympic basketball games?
Peacock will stream every Olympic basketball game during the 2024 Summer Olympics. Select games will also air on NBCUniversal channels, but we won’t know those exact details until closer to the Paris Games.
When is basketball during the 2024 Summer Olympics?
Basketball at the 2024 Summer Olympics tips off with men’s games on Saturday, July 27, and women’s matchups the next day. Both tournaments culminate with epic gold medal finals on August 10 and 11.
There’s a lot to get amped about, so we’ve outlined the complete men’s and women’s Olympic basketball schedules below.
Pro tip: The Olympics’ 3×3 basketball tournaments begin on Tuesday, July 30, at Parc Urbain La Concorde. Check out NBC Sports’ 3×3 Basketball hub page for Team USA news and highlights.
Men’s Summer Olympics basketball schedule
| Match | Day | Time (ET) | Channels |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group stage | |||
| Australia vs. TBD | Saturday, July 27 | 5:00 a.m. | TBA |
| Germany vs. Japan | Saturday, July 27 | 7:30 a.m. | TBA |
| France vs. TBD | Saturday, July 27 | 11:15 a.m. | TBA |
| TBD vs. Canada | Saturday, July 27 | 3:00 p.m. | TBA |
| South Sudan vs. TBD | Sunday, July 28 | 5:00 a.m. | TBA |
| Serbia vs. USA | Sunday, July 28 | 3:00 p.m. | TBA |
| TBD vs. TBD | Tuesday, July 30 | 5:00 a.m. | TBA |
| Canada vs. Australia | Tuesday, July 30 | 7:30 a.m. | TBA |
| Japan vs. France | Tuesday, July 30 | 11:15 a.m. | TBA |
| TBD vs. Germany | Tuesday, July 30 | 3:00 p.m. | TBA |
| TBD vs. Serbia | Wednesday, July 31 | 11:15 a.m. | TBA |
| USA vs. South Sudan | Wednesday, July 31 | 3:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Japan vs. TBD | Friday, Aug 2 | 5:00 a.m. | TBA |
| Australia vs. TBD | Friday, Aug 2 | 7:30 a.m. | TBA |
| Canada vs. TBD | Friday, Aug 2 | 11:15 a.m. | TBA |
| France vs. Germany | Friday, Aug 2 | 3:00 p.m. | TBA |
| TBD vs. USA | Saturday, Aug 3 | 11:15 a.m. | TBA |
| Serbia vs. South Sudan | Saturday, Aug 3 | 3:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Quarterfinals | |||
| TBD | Tuesday, Aug 6 | 5:00 a.m. | TBA |
| TBD | Tuesday, Aug 6 | 7:30 a.m. | TBA |
| TBD | Tuesday, Aug 6 | Noon | TBA |
| TBD | Tuesday, Aug 6 | 3:30 p.m. | TBA |
| Semifinals | |||
| TBD | Thursday, Aug 8 | 11:30 a.m. | TBA |
| TBD | Thursday, Aug 8 | 3:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Finals | |||
| Bronze Medal Match | Saturday, Aug 10 | 5:00 a.m. | TBA |
| Gold Medal Match | Saturday, Aug 10 | 3:30 p.m. | TBA |
Data effective as of post date.
Women’s Summer Olympics basketball schedule
| Match | Day | Time (ET) | Channels |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group stage | |||
| Spain vs. China | Sunday, July 28 | 7:30 a.m. | TBA |
| Serbia vs. Puerto Rico | Sunday, July 28 | 3:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Nigeria vs. Australia | Monday, July 29 | 5:00 a.m. | TBA |
| Germany vs. Belgium | Monday, July 29 | 7:30 a.m. | TBA |
| Canada vs. France | Monday, July 29 | 11:15 a.m. | TBA |
| USA vs. Japan | Monday, July 29 | 3:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Puerto Rico vs. Spain | Wednesday, July 31 | 5:00 a.m. | TBA |
| China vs. Serbia | Wednesday, July 31 | 7:30 a.m. | TBA |
| Japan vs. Germany | Thursday, Aug 1 | 5:00 a.m. | TBA |
| Australia vs. Canada | Thursday, Aug 1 | 7:30 a.m. | TBA |
| France vs. Nigeria | Thursday, Aug 1 | 11:15 a.m. | TBA |
| Belgium vs. USA | Thursday, Aug 1 | 3:00 p.m. | TBA |
| China vs. Puerto Rico | Saturday, Aug 3 | 5:00 a.m. | TBA |
| Serbia vs. Spain | Saturday, Aug 3 | 7:30 a.m. | TBA |
| Japan vs. Belgium | Sunday, Aug 4 | 5:00 a.m. | TBA |
| Canada vs. Nigeria | Sunday, Aug 4 | 7:30 a.m. | TBA |
| Germany vs. USA | Sunday, Aug 4 | 11:15 a.m. | TBA |
| Australia vs. France | Sunday, Aug 4 | 3:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Quarterfinals | |||
| TBD | Wednesday, Aug 7 | 5:00 a.m. | TBA |
| TBD | Wednesday, Aug 7 | 7:30 a.m. | TBA |
| TBD | Wednesday, Aug 7 | Noon | TBA |
| TBD | Wednesday, Aug 7 | 3:30 p.m. | TBA |
| Semifinals | |||
| TBD | Friday, Aug 9 | 11:30 a.m. | TBA |
| TBD | Friday, Aug 9 | 3:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Finals | |||
| Bronze Medal Match | Sunday, Aug 11 | 5:30 a.m. | TBA |
| Gold Medal Match | Sunday, Aug 11 | 8:30 a.m. | TBA |
Data effective as of post date.
How can I watch Olympic basketball for free?
You can watch some of NBC’s Olympic basketball coverage for free using an over-the-air (OTA) antenna. But you’ll need a live TV streaming trial to catch games airing on basic cable channels like CNBC and USA Network. We recommend Fubo’s seven-day free trial, which is ideal for streaming the final phase of the men’s and women’s tournaments.
How to watch Olympic basketball FAQ
Will basketball be in the 2024 Olympics?
Yes, basketball and 3×3 basketball will be part of the 2024 Summer Olympics. The Summer Paralympics will also feature men’s and women’s wheelchair basketball.
Where will basketball be played at the 2024 Olympics?
The 2024 Olympic basketball tournaments will take place at Pierre Mauroy Stadium and Bercy Arena. Parc Urbain La Concorde will host the 3×3 basketball competition.
What channel is USA Basketball on today?
All USA Basketball games during the 2024 Olympics will stream on Peacock, with select matchups airing on NBCUniversal channels. Beyond the Olympics, USA Basketball events often appear on Olympics.com, Courtside 1891, and FOX Sports networks.
Is basketball in the Winter or Summer Olympics?
Basketball and 3×3 basketball are part of the Summer Olympics. The men’s basketball tournament became an official Olympic sport in 1936 following demonstration events in 1904 and 1924.
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Our sports experts researched NBCUniversal’s Summer Olympics broadcast plan. After compiling the Olympic basketball tournament schedules, we cross-referenced our research with our existing TV and streaming coverage. Then, we determined our viewing recommendations by comparing provider pricing, ease of use, and Olympic basketball coverage.
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