Spurs vs Knicks Christmas Game to Be Animated Live at Disney World

g a live animated Spurs-Knicks game to Main Street USA on Christmas.

This Christmas, get ready for a unique basketball viewing experience as Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, and Wemby take center stage in an animated NBA game at Walt Disney World. While the real game between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks will be happening at Madison Square Garden, you can catch the special animated presentation on ESPN2 and stream it on Disney+ and ESPN+.

For the first time ever, an NBA game will be broadcast in a live animated format, bringing the magic of Disney to the basketball court. The game, aptly named “Dunk the Halls,” will be held at Disney’s Main Street USA, right in the heart of where families usually take their vacation photos.

The idea for the game started with Mickey writing a letter to Santa Claus, requesting to host a basketball match with NBA players at Disney World. Some beloved Disney characters will even be stepping onto the court, with Goofy and Donald Duck subbing in for the Knicks, and Mickey and Minnie Mouse playing for the Spurs.

Fans can expect a whimsical twist on the traditional game, with recognizable Disney landmarks like Cinderella’s castle and the train station serving as the backdrop. The alternate animated broadcast promises to be a visual delight, with players like Victor Wembanyama reimagined amongst a cast of animated characters.

In addition to the exciting game itself, there will be educational explainers to help viewers understand basketball terms and rules. The broadcast will feature technology that allows the animated players to mirror the movements and plays of the real game happening simultaneously at Madison Square Garden.

Tune in to this one-of-a-kind Christmas Day event, where the worlds of Disney and the NBA collide in a magical and entertaining way. Don’t miss out on the festive fun as Mickey and his friends bring basketball to life like never before.