FAQ: Everything you need to know about the 2024 NBA Abu Dhabi Games

Jayson Tatum and Boston will face Nikola Jokic and Denver in a two-game preseason in the capital of the United Arab Emirates.

For the third consecutive season, NBA basketball returns to the Gulf for The NBA Games Abu Dhabi 2024 Presented by ADQ. Get ready for an exciting week full of on-court action and off-the-court fan experiences as the reigning champion Boston Celtics and 2023 champion Denver Nuggets announce the 2024 NBA preseason in Abu Dhabi on October 4.

What are NBA Abu Dhabi Matches?

The Games in Abu Dhabi, along with the Olympic Games, are one of the four international highlights in the NBA calendar in the upcoming season NBA Canada Series, NBA Mexico City 2024 match and The NBA Games in Paris 2025. This year will mark the third series of games in the United Arab Emirates, which will feature two must-see pre-season matchups between the Celtics and Nuggets.

When will the 2024 NBA Abu Dhabi Games be held?

Two preseason games between Boston and Denver will be played on the day October 4 AND October 6ending at 12:00 ET and 10:00 ET, respectively.

Where will the NBA Abu Dhabi 2024 Games be held?

Both competitions will be held at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. The facility also hosted the NBA Abu Dhabi Games in 2022 and 2023.

How can I watch the Abu Dhabi 2024 NBA Games?

Both matches will be broadcast live NBA League Pass.

Which teams have played in the Abu Dhabi NBA Games in previous years?

The inaugural NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2022 featured two preseason matchups between the Milwaukee Bucks and Atlanta Hawks, with Atlanta winning twice.

• October 6, 2022 | ATL 123, MIL 113 | Summary
• October 8, 2022 | ATL 118MIL 109 | Summary

At the next Abu Dhabi 2023 NBA Games, the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Dallas Mavericks in both back-to-back preseason games.

• October 5, 2023 | MIN 111, DAL 99 | Summary
• October 7, 2023 | MIN 104DAL 96 | Summary

Are there any programs outside of the official preseason games?

Yes! In addition to the two preseason games in 2024, Abu Dhabi will host two one-of-a-kind fan events – NBA District and NBA Fan Appreciation Day.

NBA District is a 4-day fan engagement event taking place at the Manarat Al Saadiyat Gallery in Abu Dhabi from October 3-6. Attendees will be able to meet NBA legends, play on a full-size NBA court, take photos with the Larry O’Brien Trophy and more.

Fan Appreciation Day will take place on October 5 at the Etihad Arena, where fans will be able to enjoy an array of celebrity guests and musical performances, including appearances by current Celtics and Nuggets players and NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal.

Where can I buy tickets for the Abu Dhabi 2024 NBA Games?

Tickets are available for purchase for this year’s NBA Games in Abu Dhabi, as well as NBA and NBA District Fan Appreciation Day, Here.

Where can I find other key dates for the 2024-25 NBA season?

You can access key dates and information for the 2024-25 season Here.