The matchup between the Miami Heat and the Orlando Magic on December 6, 2025 at the Kia Center is one of the highlights of the early NBA season. With both teams showing strong form, fans across the United States will be looking for the best ways to watch the game live. Here’s the full guide for viewers in the U.S.
📺 1. National & Regional TV Broadcasts
Depending on the NBA’s scheduled broadcast for the day, the game may air on:
✔ National Networks (if selected)
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ESPN
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TNT
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ABC (usually weekend games)
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NBA TV
These channels broadcast games nationwide and provide pre-game and post-game analysis.
✔ Regional Sports Networks (RSNs)
If the game is not on national TV, it will air locally on:
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Bally Sports Sun (Miami Heat region)
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Bally Sports Florida (Orlando Magic region)
Local broadcasts typically include team-specific commentary, interviews, and in-depth coverage.
📲 2. Streaming Options in the U.S.
For fans who want to watch online without cable, multiple legal streaming services offer access to NBA networks:
✔ NBA League Pass
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Best option for out-of-market viewers
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Watch live or on-demand
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Includes multi-game views, stats, and condensed replays
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Note: Local blackout rules apply
✔ Live TV Streaming Services
These services include ESPN, TNT, ABC, NBA TV (depending on the plan):
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YouTube TV
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Hulu + Live TV
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Sling TV
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FuboTV
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DirecTV Stream
NBA TV may require an add-on depending on the platform.
📱 3. Mobile + Smart TV Viewing
Fans in the U.S. can also watch through:
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NBA App (with League Pass)
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ESPN App
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TNT App (Watch TNT)
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ABC App (via provider login)
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Bally Sports App (for local markets)
Supports Smart TVs, Roku, Fire Stick, Apple TV, Xbox, PlayStation.
⏰ 4. Game Time (U.S. Time Zones)
Exact time will be listed on NBA.com and local stations, but typical Orlando home games are played at:
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7:00 PM – 7:30 PM ET
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6:00–6:30 PM CT
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5:00–5:30 PM MT
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4:00–4:30 PM PT
📌 5. Tips for the Best Viewing Experience
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Check whether the game is nationally televised or blacked out in your region.
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If using League Pass, verify whether the game is “in-market” or “out-of-market.”
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Use a stable connection (20–25 Mbps for HD streaming).
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Turn on notifications in the NBA App so you don’t miss tip-off.
HOW TO WATCH MIAMI HEAT VS ORLANDO MAGIC IN THE U.S. – DECEMBER 6, 2025
