Where to watch Taipans vs. Melbourne United live stream, TV channel, start time for NBL basketball game
The Cairns Taipans host the unbeaten, top-of-the-table Melbourne United at the Cairns Convention Centre on Friday night for this NBL Round 6 clash.
This game presents a massive challenge for the Taipans, who currently sit near the bottom of the standings with a tough 2-6 record. The Snakes will need a significant turnaround, having been convincingly beaten by Melbourne United by a large margin just a few rounds prior. For Cairns to compete, they must find a way to contain Melbourne’s potent offense and step up their home performance.
Melbourne United, meanwhile, remains the league’s gold standard with a perfect 7-0 start. Led by a balanced roster, they look virtually unstoppable and will aim to extend their dominance. Star players like Chris Goulding and the relentless defense have powered their winning streak.
Here’s everything you need to know about Taipans vs. Melbourne United, including TV channel and streaming options for the basketball game.
Where to watch Taipans vs. Melbourne United today: TV channel, live stream
- TV channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Kayo
Taipans vs. Wildcats will air nationally in Australia on ESPN while viewers can stream the game live on Kayo.
New users of Kayo can currently sign up for a FREE trial. This dedicated streaming service offers affordable, contract-free plans starting at just $25 per month. Plus, it’s a paradise for sports fans, streaming plenty of live action, including cricket, AFL, F1, and much more.
Taipans vs. Melbourne United start time
- Date: Friday, October 24
- Time: 7:30 p.m. AEDT
Taipans vs. Melbourne United will begin at 6:30 p.m. AEST (local time) on Friday, October 24. The game will be played at Cairns Convention Centre in Cairns, Australia.
Here’s how that time translates across Australia:
DateKickoff timeAustralian Eastern Daylight TimeFri, Oct. 247:30 p.m.Australian Central Daylight TimeFri, Oct. 247:00 p.m. Australian Western Standard TimeFri, Oct. 244:30 p.m.
NBL 2025 fixture schedule this week
(All times AEDT)
Wednesday, October 22
- Taipans vs. Wildcats (7:30 p.m.)
Thursday, October 23
- Breakers vs. Bullets (5:30 p.m.)
- Phoenix vs. Kings (7:30 p.m.)
Friday, October 24
- Taipans vs. United (7:30 p.m.)
Saturday, October 25
- Bullets vs. Phoenix (5:30 p.m.)
- Wildcats vs. Hawks (8:00 p.m.)
Sunday, October 26
- United vs. 36ers (2:30 p.m.)
- Kings vs. JackJumpers (4:30 p.m.)
