Kings unveil game time for Christmas night showdown with Hawks

The Sydney Kings are excited to unveil their annual Christmas night clash will be broadcast live on Channel 10 this season.

The December 25 fixture, which will once again pit the Hoops Capital side against NSW rivals Illawarra, will tip-off at 8.30pm AEDT at Qudos Bank Arena.

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Hoops Capital executive director Matthew Denholm is excited the third instalment of the Kings' Christmas showdown will be shown on Channel 10's main channel.

“The Christmas night game has become a staple on the Sydney Kings calendar," Denholm said.

"We are thrilled to welcome our fans into the building for this game which has become a marque event on the Australian sporting calendar. 

"We look forward to showcasing this spectacle on Channel 10’s main channel, so everyone who can’t join us at Qudos Bank Arena can experience Sydney Kings basketball from the comfort of home.”

This Freeway Series match-up will be the second game of NBL25's Christmas double-header, with Tasmania hosting New Zealand from 5pm on ESPN via Kayo Sports.

Tickets for the Adrian Hurley Cup match-up (which will also be broadcast on ESPN) are selling fast, with fans encouraged to purchase theirs quickly to avoid disappointment - which can be done here.