The Philadelphia 76ers just snagged two *more* nationally-televised holiday games, piling even more must-see basketball onto their already packed national schedule. Seriously, if you’re a hoops fan, your TV is basically going to be glued to Philly this season!
Another Shot at the Hawks on MLK Day
First up, mark your calendars for MLK Day, January 18. The Sixers are heading to Atlanta for a 2:30 pm ET tip-off on NBC. This isn’t just another game, man. The Hawks are shaping up to be seriously intriguing. We’re talking their first full year officially post-Trae Young, and you know they’ll be playing with a chip on their shoulder, trying to prove they’re still a force. Jalen Johnson is coming off a Third Team All-NBA campaign, so you *know* he’s going to be a problem on the court. Plus, they made some interesting offseason grabs with Lu Dort, Ryan Nembhard, and Aaron Wiggins. That’s a lineup that could absolutely surprise a lot of people in the league, so this is no walk in the park for the Sixers.
Dallas Rematch on Presidents’ Day
Then, get ready for Presidents’ Day, February 15, as the Sixers hit the road again for a 2:30 pm ET showdown in Dallas, also on NBC. This is huge for anyone who’s been following Cooper Flagg’s career; it’s his second season, and we all watched his rookie year with our jaws on the floor. Now we get to see what kind of leap he takes. The Mavs also have a whole new vibe behind the scenes, with Masai Ujiri stepping in as their President of Basketball Operations and former Michigan head coach Dusty May leading the team on the court. It’s a totally different squad, but don’t forget the Sixers already took down the Mavericks 121-114 back on December 20, 2025. Yeah, it’ll be a tough road game, but Philly knows they can take ’em again.
Philadelphia: The League’s Main Event
Look, these two additional holiday games aren’t just random additions. They join the Sixers’ opening night game, their Christmas Day matchup, and that nationally-televised home opener against Cleveland. It’s like the whole league is saying, “Yeah, Philadelphia is *the* place to watch basketball right now.” Casual fans are tuning in, hardcore fans are glued to their screens, and why wouldn’t they be? You’ve got LeBron James rocking a Sixers uniform and Jaylen Brown out there just playing lights out, metaphorically stomping all over the analytics nerds across the internet. Honestly, there won’t be a single week this season without some compelling Philadelphia-related storyline to chew on and debate with your buddies. The drama, the talent, the sheer star power, it’s all there.
So yeah, with this many nationally televised spots, the Sixers are practically living on your TV. If you weren’t hyped enough for this season already, these extra holiday games should seal the deal. Get ready, because it’s going to be one wild, fun ride from tip-off to the final buzzer. Don’t miss a second.
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Originally reported by Liberty Ballers.
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