• SCORES
  • STATS
  • HISTORY
  • HUMAN

How to track NBA game results with your AI

Connect BallDontLie to your AI client once. From there, you can pull scores or historical stats just by asking.

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Short answer

How can I get NBA scores using my AI?

Your AI uses the BallDontLie MCP to fetch game schedules and specific box scores. You can request results for a specific date or look up historical matchups. You'll get the exact data you need right in your chat.

The outcomes

Where your data lands

The AI pulls specific information from the NBA feed based on your request.

SCORES

Daily game results

The AI finds all games played on a date you choose. You get the final scores and winners immediately.

STATS

Detailed box scores

Your AI pulls specific player and team stats for a single game. This gives you the granular numbers for any matchup.

HISTORY

Past game records

Ask for results from previous seasons or specific dates. The AI retrieves the historical data you need.

HUMAN

Your own analysis

The AI provides the raw scores and stats. You decide how to interpret the trends or player performances.

The workflow

What your AI does when the request arrives.

The AI handles the data retrieval so you don't have to browse sports sites.

  1. Identify games

    The AI looks up which teams played on the date you specified.

    list_games

  2. Fetch details

    Once the right game is found, the AI pulls the specific scoring and stat data.

    get_game_details

  3. Filter matchups

    The AI narrows down the list of games to find the exact one you asked about.

    list_games

  4. Deliver data

    The AI presents the final scores or player stats directly in your conversation.

    get_game_details

Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to get started immediately.

Starting points

These are just examples. Swap out the dates and team names for the ones you want.

BallDontLie Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_pcgFJCe55aFZmndb8Txemc9YruBjSoeTiltCYEXM/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — BallDontLie capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "balldontlie-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_pcgFJCe55aFZmndb8Txemc9YruBjSoeTiltCYEXM/mcp"
    }
  }
}
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  • What were the NBA scores for last night?

  • Show me the details for the Lakers vs Celtics game from yesterday.

  • List all NBA games played on January 15, 2024.

  • Get the box score for the Warriors game from two days ago.

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Start here

Connect BallDontLie once, then ask.

Connect the MCP to your client with one click. Your login stays encrypted on our side, and you can find more details on the Connector page.

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FAQ

How this task behaves

  • 01

    Can the AI place bets for me?

    No. The AI only retrieves game data and scores. It cannot interact with any betting platforms.

  • 02

    Can I use this to change game results?

    No. The tools are read-only. The AI can only fetch existing data and cannot modify any records.

  • 03

    Does it work for historical games?

    Yes. You can ask for scores from any date in the past.

  • 04

    Can I get specific player stats?

    Yes. If you ask for game details, the AI can pull the stats for that matchup.

  • 05

    Do I need to provide the game ID?

    No. You can just name the teams and the date, and the AI will find the right game for you.

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