Your Ultimate NBA Viewing and Streaming Guide
NBA games are easier to find when you know which part of the viewing puzzle you're dealing with. National matchups span broadcast networks and streaming services, local coverage varies by market, and out-of-market fans have NBA League Pass as another option.
CableTV.com's NBA viewing guide brings it all together in one place. Keep scrolling to find team schedules, local broadcast information, streaming options, and dedicated guides for the league's biggest events throughout the season.
Find your favorite NBA team
The NBA has built plenty of basketball history since 1949, and today’s 30 franchises each have their own storylines to follow. Explore your favorite team below for its schedule, local and national viewing details, and the best streaming options for watching throughout the season.
NBA watch guides and TV resources
NBA coverage depends heavily on where you live and which team you follow. Start with our main league guide for the national viewing picture, then use our local-channel and NBA TV resources to complete your setup.
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NBA TV is a must-have channel for fans of men’s and women’s pro basketball. Guided by top analysts and basketball enthusiasts, the network is a continuous source of on and off-the-court excitement.
Streaming and out-of-market NBA guides
NBA League Pass is the league’s primary option for watching eligible out-of-market regular-season games, but blackouts still apply to local and nationally televised matchups. Amazon Prime Video and Peacock also carry exclusive national games, making streaming an essential part of the modern NBA viewing setup.
Use the guides below to compare the major streaming options and figure out which services fit your favorite team’s schedule.
NBA League Pass features live games and replays from the world’s premier basketball league, and we’ve spent over 50 hours of hands-on testing and research to determine if it’s a slam dunk for NBA fans.
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NBA events and milestones to watch
An NBA season has plenty of destination viewing beyond an ordinary regular-season matchup. From the NBA Cup and Christmas Day slate to All-Star Weekend and the NBA Finals, our event guides help you stay on top of the league’s biggest moments.
Preseason and regular-season events
Postseason and offseason
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