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Memphis Grizzlies v Orlando Magic – O2 Arena<\/p>\n

An exciting showdown is set for 2026 as the Memphis Grizzlies take on the Orlando Magic at London\u2019s iconic O2 Arena. It will be the first NBA game in the UK since January 2019, where the Washington Wizards defeated the New York Knicks<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This year\u2019s fixture brings together two exciting, youthful rosters packed with rising stars and international talent. Fans can expect fast-paced action, high-flying dunks, and plenty of drama as NBA regular season basketball returns to London.<\/p>\n

The match at the O2 Arena promises to be a gripping affair, and here at Engage we have plenty of hospitality options for you to enjoy it with. In addition to this fixture, Manchester is set to host its first-ever NBA regular-season game in 2027 at the Co-Op Arena, with the participating teams to be announced before the season kicks off.<\/p>\n

Why not also have a look at our American Football hospitality<\/a>?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Memphis Grizzlies v Orlando Magic – O2 Arena An exciting showdown is set for 2026 as the Memphis Grizzlies take on the Orlando Magic at London\u2019s iconic O2 Arena. It will be the first NBA game in the UK since January 2019, where the Washington Wizards defeated the New York Knicks. This year\u2019s fixture brings […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":31,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","tags":[],"mec_category":[338],"class_list":["post-13867","mec-events","type-mec-events","status-publish","hentry","mec_category-basketball-nba"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nNBA London 2026 | O2 Arena | Engage<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"NBA returns to London on 18 Janaury 2026. 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