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Where to watch Melbourne United vs. Pelicans live stream, TV channel, start time for NBL-NBA basketball game

Chirag Radhyan

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Rod Laver Arena will play host on Friday when the Pelicans square off with Melbourne United.

The Pelicans touched down in Melbourne on Tuesday, embarking on a nearly 10,000-mile journey for a two-game swing against Australia’s NBL powers. First up is United, followed by a Sunday showdown with the South East Melbourne Phoenix.

WATCH: Melbourne United vs. Pelicans LIVE on Kayo

After a nightmare 2024-25 campaign marred by injuries, off-court setbacks, and a 21-61 finish, Pelicans fans finally have plenty to get hyped about. This year's squad looks far more promising. Zion Williamson has reported to camp in peak condition, Trey Murphy III is tipped for a breakout, Herb Jones is back to full fitness, and Jordan Poole is coming off the best season of his career.

With a deeper, more balanced roster and genuine star power across the floor, New Orleans looks ready to turn the page. Starting their preseason stint in Australia gives this reshaped group the perfect chance to build chemistry and click, both on the hardwood and away from it.

NBA stars have laced up in Australia before, from suiting up for Team USA at the 2000 Sydney Olympics to pre-2019 World Cup exhibitions, but never has an entire team made the voyage together. 

Here's everything you need to know about Melbourne United vs. Pelicans, including TV channel and streaming options for the WNBA game.

Where to watch Melbourne United vs. Pelicans today: TV channel, live stream

  • TV channel: Network 10
  • Live stream: Kayo

Melbourne United vs. Pelicans will air nationally in Australia on Network 10, while viewers can stream the game live on Kayo.

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Melbourne United vs. Pelicans start time

  • Date: Friday, Oct. 3
  • Time: 7:30 p.m. AEST

Melbourne United vs. Pelicans will begin at 7:30 p.m. AEST on Friday, Oct. 3. The game will be played at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, Australia.

NBA-NBL Melbourne Series schedule 2025

Thursday, Oct. 2

  • Pelicans Open Training (1:00 p.m. AEST)

Friday, Oct. 3

  • Pelicans vs. Melbourne United (7:30 p.m. AEST)

Saturday, Oct. 4

  • Fan Night (6:00 p.m. AEST)

Sunday, Oct. 5

  • Pelicans vs. South East Melbourne Phoenix (2:00 p.m. AEST)

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Chirag Radhyan

Chirag Radhyan is a content producer at The Sporting News, covering various sports across the English Language editions.

Chirag completed his master's in English Literature in India and has covered various sports, including Boxing, UFC, the NFL, and MLB in the span of three years.

He's written for publications like Essentially Sports, Sportskeeda, College Football Network, and Athlon Sports.

Personally, Chirag is a big fan of Gervonta Davis, the Yankees, and the Chiefs. When not writing for The Sporting News, he enjoys swimming, playing video games, and watching films.