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Apr 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) after defeating the Phoenix Suns in a four game sweep of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Thunder ratings lead NBA as teams navigate uncertain local TV future

The Thunder averaged 1.8 million local viewers in the 2025-26 regular season.

By Manny Soloway OnJun 3, 2026 0
A view of the NBA logo.

Local NBA viewership down 9% as large-market teams underachieve

"Local ratings are very much driven by which teams that year exceeded expectations and had all the casual fans come in to join the ride."

By Drew Lerner OnMay 1, 2025 0

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