What happened: ESPN and Disney will broadcast the third edition of the 'Dunk the Halls' animated telecast on Christmas Day at 12 p.m. ET. The real-time animated presentation will air across ESPN2, Disney+, Disney Channel, and the ESPN App, featuring an animated rematch of the 2026 NBA Finals. The presentation adds the character Angel alongside Stitch and Disney personalities.

Why it matters: The holiday showcase marks the continuation of ESPN's alternate broadcast strategy aimed at younger audiences. It follows the network's expanding slate of animated sports telecasts, including the Star Wars Funday Football alt-cast planned for later this season. The broadcast anchors the early window of the NBA's five-game Christmas Day schedule.

What to watch: The telecast will air live on Dec. 25 at 12 p.m. ET as part of ESPN's holiday basketball slate.