Watch ‘Dunk the Halls’ NBA Game Live on Christmas Day at Noon ET

Experience the magic of the holiday season with ‘Dunk the Halls,’ a real-time animated NBA game coming to screens on Christmas Day at noon ET. Disney, ESPN, and the NBA are back with this innovative presentation, using Sony’s Beyond Sports technology to bring the New York Knicks vs. Cleveland Cavaliers game to life.

Set in the virtual “Main Street, U.S.A.” at Magic Kingdom® Park in Walt Disney World Resort, familiar faces like Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, and more will be on the sidelines, along with a new addition – Stitch! The mischievous alien will shake things up with his energetic presence, from leading the halftime Christmas Parade to causing some festive chaos.

Thanks to Sony’s Beyond Sports real-time visualization and Hawk-Eye Innovations optical tracking, viewers will witness every move from the players on the court at Madison Square Garden as it happens. With plenty of surprises in store, like a Christmas tree decorating and a chance of snowy weather on Main Street, there’s no shortage of holiday fun.

The broadcast will feature commentary from Drew Carter and ESPN basketball analyst Monica McNutt, with sideline reporter Daisy Duck returning for her reporting duties. For a more traditional experience, tune in to ABC, ESPN, or Disney+ for the telecast featuring Ryan Ruocco and Doris Burke.

Mark your calendars for this Christmas Day extravaganza, as ‘Dunk the Halls’ continues the tradition of innovative collaborations between ESPN and the NBA. Don’t miss out on this magical animated matchup that brings the spirit of the season to life on the basketball court.