NBL, WNBL Reveal Unified Season Schedules for 2025-26

The 2025-26 basketball season marks a historic alignment of the Hungry Jack’s NBL and WNBL schedules, signaling a unified approach to Australian basketball with games nearly every night across both leagues. This integration enhances fan engagement by synchronizing themed rounds like Pride Round and Indigenous Round across both competitions, offering a richer experience. The season introduces the NBL Ignite Cup, an in-season tournament adding Wednesday night games that count toward regular season standings, alongside the return of HoopsFest to Perth. Club executives from various teams expressed excitement about the schedule, highlighting key matchups, traditional fixtures, and new initiatives aimed at boosting fan participation and maintaining sell-out crowds. The schedule is also notable for featuring high-profile rivalries and personal storylines, such as star players facing their former teams, and includes international exhibition tournaments like the Pavlos Giannakopoulos Tournament and the FIBA Intercontinental Cup. Overall, the season promises more games, stories, and community engagement, setting the stage for the biggest and most exciting season in Australian basketball history.