If you're streaming basketball games, adding a scoreboard overlay can transform your broadcast. This guide walks you through setting up a live scoreboard in OBS without any software installation.
Whether you're covering high school games, college basketball, or local leagues, a scoreboard keeps viewers engaged and informed throughout the game. For tournament tracking, check out our March Madness leaderboard guide.
A basketball scorebug from Keepthescore.com
The process involves three straightforward steps:
- Create your scoreboard on Keepthescore.com
- Copy the overlay URL
- Add it to OBS as a browser source
The whole setup takes about 5 minutes from start to finish.
Step 1: Create Your Basketball Scoreboard
Navigate to the basketball scoreboard on Keepthescore.com and click "Create your scoreboard". Your scoreboard is created immediately.
A newly created basketball scoreboard on Keepthescore.com
Customize the scoreboard for your specific game:
- Enter team names (e.g., Celtics vs Lakers)
- Upload team logos for a polished look
- Select team colors to match uniforms
- Set the current quarter and time
Step 2: Get Your Overlay URL
Once your scoreboard is configured, click "Open Display Scoreboard" at the top of the page. In the dialog box, click " Copy URL" - this is the link you'll use in OBS.
Getting the overlay URL
💡 Tip: Keep this browser tab open during your stream for easy score updates.
Step 3: Add to OBS
Now we'll integrate the scoreboard into your stream:
- In OBS, go to the Sources panel and click the + button
- Select Browser from the menu
- Name it "Basketball Scoreboard" and click OK
- Paste your copied URL into the URL field
- Set the width to 1800 pixels for optimal display
- Click OK
Your scoreboard overlay will appear in the preview. Drag and resize it to your preferred position - typically in a corner or along the bottom edge.
A basketball scoreboard positioned in OBS
Managing Scores and Features
Updating scores during the game is straightforward. You update the scores on Keepthescore.com and they will instantly be updated in your livestream.
- Click the + buttons to add points (1, 2, or 3 points)
- Use the quarter buttons to advance through the game
- Update the game clock as needed
- Toggle possession arrow to show who has the ball
- Set bonus indicators for team fouls
When a 3-pointer is scored, you'll see a brief celebration animation on the overlay.
Remote Scorekeeping: If you need someone else to manage the scoreboard while you focus on streaming, click "Share Scorekeeping Link" to generate a QR code or send a direct link. This allows scorekeeping from any device without app installation - particularly useful when you have a dedicated scorekeeper or prefer to control scores from your phone.
The scoreboard includes everything needed for basketball games:
- Quarter tracking (1-4 plus overtime periods)
- Game clock with easy time adjustments
- Shot clock display (optional)
- Team fouls and bonus indicators
- Timeout indicators for both teams
- Possession arrow to show who has the ball
- Customizable scoring for 1, 2, and 3-point shots
Tips for Best Results
Sizing: For 1080p streams, set browser width to 1800 pixels. For 720p, use 1200 pixels. Position carefully to avoid blocking game action.
Visual Setup: Choose high-contrast colors for visibility, upload logos at minimum 200x200 pixel resolution, and test readability before going live.
During the Game: Consider assigning a dedicated scorekeeper, update scores promptly after each basket, and use the possession indicator and bonus indicators consistently.
Pricing and Compatibility
The basic scoreboard is free to use. However, customization requires "Pro" membership. You can see the pricing here.
Schools and nonprofits qualify for 50% off - contact [email protected] for details.
Works with all major streaming software: While this guide focuses on OBS, the same overlay URL works with Streamlabs OBS, XSplit, Wirecast, vMix, Ecamm Live, and any software supporting browser sources.
Key benefits:
- No installation required - browser-based solution
- Real-time updates - changes appear instantly on stream
- Mobile compatible - manage from any device
- Broadcast quality appearance
- Free tier available
Get Started
Ready to enhance your basketball stream? Create your scoreboard and start broadcasting with live scores today.
Questions? Reach out to [email protected] for assistance.
🏀 New to basketball scoring? Check out our guide on how basketball scoring works to understand different point values, fouls, and more!
💡 Looking for other sports? See our general guide on adding any scoreboard overlay to OBS.
