Memorial Day Weekend Sports Guide: TV Schedule, Channels & Times — How to Watch It All
Memorial Day has historically been a significant weekend for sporting events, and 2025 is no different.
This year’s holiday weekend features key NBA playoff matches, NHL postseason contests, MLB games, WNBA action, automobile racing events, college softball clashes, college baseball showdowns, and much more to cater to every sports enthusiast's cravings.
Below are key highlights from the sports lineup during the 2025 Memorial Day weekend, to assist you in choosing which events to catch from May 23-26, as there’s plenty to pick from.
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To view the full Memorial Day weekend television sports programming schedule, click here . All timings are in Mountain Standard Time (add three hours for Eastern time).
Catch Memorial Day weekend sports competitions on FUBO (available with a free trial).
Friday, May 23 Television Highlights for Sports
MLB
- 4:10 PM: Los Angeles Dodgers versus New York Mets ( watch on Apple TV+ )
Two top performers from the National League start an important series. Expect some exciting action in the Big Apple.
NBA
- 5 p.m.: Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks Game 2, TNT ( watch on Sling TV )
The fourth-seeded team from the East will face off against the third-seeded team in the Eastern Conference finals. Madison Square Garden is set to be electrified with excitement.
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NHL
- 5 p.m.: Edmonton Oilers vs Dallas Stars Game 2, ESPN ( watch on FUBO )
Could the Oilers maintain Canada's aspirations for a long-sought-after Stanley Cup? This match might significantly influence the Western Conference Final.
College Softball
- 7 p.m.: Liberty vs Oregon Game 1, ESPNU ( watch on ESPN+ )
Many promising Super Regional clashes could unfold in the NCAA softball tournament, but don’t overlook Liberty following their stunning victory over top-seeded Texas A&M.
Saturday, May 24 Television Highlights for Sports
WNBA
- 10 a.m.: New York Liberty versus Indiana Fever, CBS watch on Paramount+ )
Caitlin Clark is unmissable television, even this early in the WNBA season.
College baseball
- 4 PM: Big 12 Baseball Championship match, ESPNU watch on ESPN+ )
With many college baseball games available this weekend, one stands out as must-see action. This season, the Big 12 conference has shown remarkable competitiveness. Who will claim the automatic berth into the NCAA tournament from their ranks?
NHL
- 5 p.m.: Carolina Hurricanes vs Florida Panthers Game 3, TNT ( watch on Sling TV )
The Panthers aim to defend their title as Stanley Cup champions, and this match could be crucial for their aspirations.
NBA
- 5:30 p.m.: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Minnesota Timberwolves Game 3, ABC ( watch on FUBO )
The Western Conference Finals series moves to Minnesota following two matches in Oklahoma City. Game 3 holds significant importance.
Catch Memorial Day weekend sports competitions on Sling TV
Highlights of Sunday, May 25 Sports Programming on Television
IndyCar
- 9 a.m.: Indianapolis 500, FOX ( watch on FUBO )
It's the Indy 500. Do I really need to explain further?
Golf
- Noon: Charles Schwab Challenge concluding round, CBS watch on Paramount+ )
While it might not be a significant event, the PGA Tour has the potential to generate excitement during the last round on any given Sunday. What about the Sunday preceding Memorial Day?
NHL
- At noon: Dallas Stars versus Edmonton Oilers Game 3, broadcast on ABC watch on FUBO )
This sequence might turn out to be highly competitive. The playoffs in hockey usually deliver excitement. This match has the potential to be a real nail-biter.
College baseball
- Noon: Big Ten baseball title game,BTN watch on FUBO )
- At noon: SEC baseball championship on ESPN2 watch on FUBO )
These two championship games might offer some compelling action, particularly with such strong teams from the deepSEC conference.
NASCAR
- 3 PM: NASCAR Cup Series race at Charlotte Motor Speedway watch on Prime Video )
The second major car race of the weekend could turn out to be the most exciting one yet.
MLB
- 4:10 p.m.: Los Angeles Dodgers vs New York Mets, ESPN ( watch on FUBO )
The Dodgers and Mets wrap up their crucial 3-game series in New York.
NBA
- 5 PM: New York Knicks versus Indiana Pacers Game 3, TNT watch on Sling TV )
Is "pivotal" appearing too frequently in our narrative here? This match might play an equally crucial role in determining outcomes within the Eastern Conference Finals.
On Monday, May 26, catch these top sports highlights airing on television.
College baseball
- 9 a.m.: Selection show for the NCAA Division I baseball tournament, ESPN2 watch on FUBO )
While this might not be considered a game, it certainly qualifies as a competitive event where college baseball teams across the nation anxiously wait for their placement in the NCAA tournament.
College lacrosse
- 10 a.m.: NCAA Men's Lacrosse Championship, ESPN watch on FUBO )
It's for a national championship, making it undoubtedly worthwhile to watch.
NHL
- 5 PM: Carolina Hurricanes versus Florida Panthers Game 4, TNT watch on Sling TV )
This might be another crucial game this weekend.
NBA
- 5:30 p.m.: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Minnesota Timberwolves Game 4, ESPN ( watch on FUBO )
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander facing off against Anthony Edwards – that’s must-see action anytime, particularly to wrap up what could be an exceptionally memorable Memorial Day weekend in athletics.
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The article initially appeared in the Arizona Republic. Memorial Day weekend athletics programming: Television schedules, stations, timings, ways to view competitions
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