What happened: ESPN and Disney will air the third edition of the 'Dunk the Halls' animated alternate broadcast on Christmas Day. The presentation features a real-time animated recreation of the 2026 NBA Finals matchup alongside Disney characters Stitch and Angel.

Why it matters: The broadcast expands ESPN's use of tracking technology to engage family audiences during its marquee holiday lineup. It marks the third consecutive year the network has delivered an animated Disney-themed NBA presentation.

What to watch: The telecast airs Christmas Day at 12 p.m. ET across ESPN2, Disney Channel, Disney+, and the ESPN app.