The Cleveland Cavaliers had high expectations last season, and pretty much met them even though they lost to the eventual champion New York Knicks in the playoffs. Entering 2026-2027, fans are gonna want to watch the Cavaliers try to reach the Finals.
The Cavaliers signed Donovan Mitchell and James Harden to big extensions and traded for Peyton Watson. Those three players alone are the core of the squad, which won 12 fewer games last year but went further in the postseason.
Can the Cavs get back to the 60-win mark and make the Finals? Keep reading to learn all the ways to watch the Cleveland Cavaliers on TV this season.
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What channels have Cleveland Cavaliers games?
You can watch the Cavaliers’ 2026-2027 season on local and national channels, as well as various streaming platforms.
- Locally: In-market fans can watch most games on DAZN, the team’s new streaming partner. Additionally, 15 games will air free on WOIO and WUAB in Cleveland, and across Ohio on Rock Entertainment Sports Network.
- Nationally: Cavs games will air across ABC and ESPN. Additionally, NBC will carry Sunday Night Basketball games and select regional broadcasts.
- Streaming: Amazon Prime Video will host Thursday and Friday night games, including the NBA Cup and NBA Play-In Tournament. Peacock Premium will stream Monday night NBA games and all contests airing on NBC, offering another way to follow the Cavs without cable.
If you’re a fan that’s tuning in from outside the Cavaliers’ regional market, your best bet is going to be NBA League Pass to catch the out-of-market games that aren’t nationally televised. But be aware that blackout restrictions are still in effect.
Want radio coverage? The Cleveland Cavaliers’ games are broadcast on WTAM 1100 AM and WMMS 100.7 FM, with additional coverage across a broad regional radio network. Fans nationwide can also listen live via SiriusXM NBA Radio. You can also stream games without blackouts via NBA League Pass Audio for $9.99.
2026-2027 Cleveland Cavaliers TV schedule
The Cavaliers will have more than 20 games on national TV in 2026-2027. The season starts with a tough game right out of the gate against the Philadelphia 76ers. It closes on April 11 against the Atlanta Hawks.
Check out the complete Cleveland Cavaliers TV schedule below, including game times and channel listings, in the table below.
NBA - Cleveland Cavaliers Schedule
| Opponent | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
Preseason | |||
Thursday, Oct. 8 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE, DAZN | |
Sunday, Oct. 11 | 6:30 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Oct. 13 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
October | |||
Thursday, Oct. 22 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 24 | 7:30 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Monday, Oct. 26 | 7:00 p.m. | — | |
Wednesday, Oct. 28 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Thursday, Oct. 29 | 8:00 p.m. | NBA TV | |
Saturday, Oct. 31 | 8:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
November | |||
Monday, Nov. 2 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Wednesday, Nov. 4 | 8:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Friday, Nov. 6 | 7:30 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Nov. 7 | 8:00 p.m. | NBA TV, DAZN CLE | |
Monday, Nov. 9 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Wednesday, Nov. 11 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
At Miami Heat | Friday, Nov. 13 | 8:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE |
Saturday, Nov. 14 | 7:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Monday, Nov. 16 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Wednesday, Nov. 18 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Friday, Nov. 20 | 7:30 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Monday, Nov. 23 | 8:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Wednesday, Nov. 25 | 7:30 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Sunday, Nov. 29 | 6:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
December | |||
Tuesday, Dec. 1 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Thursday, Dec. 3 | 8:00 p.m. | NBA TV, DAZN CLE | |
Saturday, Dec. 12 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Tuesday, Dec. 15 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Wednesday, Dec. 16 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Friday, Dec. 18 | 7:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Sunday, Dec. 20 | 6:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Monday, Dec. 21 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Wednesday, Dec. 23 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Sunday, Dec. 27 | 6:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Monday, Dec. 28 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Dec. 31 | 3:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
January | |||
Saturday, Jan. 2 | 1:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Sunday, Jan. 3 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Tuesday, Jan. 5 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Thursday, Jan. 7 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Saturday, Jan. 9 | 5:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Monday, Jan. 11 | 8:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Wednesday, Jan. 13 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Friday, Jan. 15 | 8:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Saturday, Jan. 16 | 8:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Monday, Jan. 18 | Noon | ||
Thursday, Jan. 21 | 7:30 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Saturday, Jan. 23 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Monday, Jan. 25 | 8:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Wednesday, Jan. 27 | 7:00 p.m. | ESPN, DAZN CLE | |
Friday, Jan. 29 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Jan. 30 | 7:30 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
February | |||
At Utah Jazz | Monday, Feb. 1 | 9:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE |
At Phoenix Suns | Wednesday, Feb. 3 | 9:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE |
Thursday, Feb. 4 | 10:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Saturday, Feb. 6 | 7:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Tuesday, Feb. 9 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Wednesday, Feb. 10 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Friday, Feb. 12 | 7:30 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Sunday, Feb. 14 | 1:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Tuesday, Feb. 16 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Wednesday, Feb. 17 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Thursday, Feb. 25 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Friday, Feb. 26 | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN, DAZN CLE | |
March | |||
Monday, March 1 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Thursday, March 4 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Saturday, March 6 | 5:30 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, March 9 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC, Peacock Premium, DAZN CLE | |
At LA Clippers | Thursday, March 11 | 10:30 p.m. | DAZN CLE |
Friday, March 12 | 10:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Sunday, March 14 | 6:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Tuesday, March 16 | 10:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Thursday, March 18 | 9:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Saturday, March 20 | 7:30 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Monday, March 22 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Thursday, March 25 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Monday, March 29 | 7:00 p.m. | Peacock Premium, NBCSN, DAZN CLE | |
Wednesday, March 31 | 7:30 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
April | |||
Thursday, April 1 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Sunday, April 4 | 3:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Monday, April 5 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Wednesday, April 7 | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN, DAZN CLE | |
Friday, April 9 | 7:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE | |
Sunday, April 11 | 6:00 p.m. | DAZN CLE |
Best TV plans for watching the Cleveland Cavaliers
FanDuel Sports Network going under meant the Cavs needed a new broadcast partner. Enter DAZN.
The streaming service will be the main plan that local Cavaliers fans need. Then they’ll need a live TV service like DIRECTV for games on ABC, ESPN, and NBC.
Also, don’t forget Amazon Prime Video and Peacock Premium for games that stream exclusively on each service. You’ll want to check the schedule above for the best times to subscribe.
Standalone in-market TV package for Cavs games
For Cavaliers fans living in Ohio, DAZN is a straightforward way to stream local Cleveland games without needing cable. Priced at $19.99 per month or $119.99 annually, the service gives you direct access to Cavaliers on DAZN. It’s compatible with a wide range of devices — including iOS, Android, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, and Chromecast — so you can watch from home or on the go.
The app focuses on live broadcasts and team-specific content, making it a reliable hub for following the Cavs all season. Subscribers can enjoy preseason and regular season games live and on demand, as well as pregame, halftime, and postgame shows and original content.
The DAZN subscription comes with a seven-day free trial.
DIRECTV struck a distribution deal with DAZN that allows local Cavs fans to watch games without needing a separate subscription. Satellite and streaming customers can find those games on channel 660.
DIRECTV also carries many of the national networks fans will need to watch those Cavaliers games throughout the season, including ABC, ESPN, and NBC. New streaming customers can try the service free for five days.
How to watch the Cleveland Cavaliers for free
If you’re hoping to catch a few Cleveland Cavaliers games without cracking open your wallet, there are still some clever ways to do it.
DAZN has a seven-day free trial. Streaming platforms like DIRECTV, Fubo, and YouTube TV often offer free trial periods, giving you nationally televised games for a week or so without paying a cent. It’s a great way to catch a big matchup or test out which service fits your viewing style.
For folks in Ohio, don’t overlook the old-school option: a digital antenna. With the NBA’s broadcast deal bringing more games to ABC and NBC, you can catch a handful of Cavs games over the air, totally free. The antenna will also get you the 15 games we previously mentioned.
If you’re on the move, the NBA app occasionally streams national games or offers live radio coverage, which is perfect for keeping up with the action. Just keep an eye on blackout restrictions because they still apply.
How to watch the Cleveland Cavaliers FAQ
Can I stream Cavs games without a cable subscription?
Yes, you can watch Cleveland Cavaliers games without cable by subscribing to DAZN. You can also subscribe to any live TV streaming service that carries ABC, ESPN, and NBC. Lastly, some games will stream exclusively on Amazon Prime Video and Peacock Premium.
What’s the most complete way to watch Cavs games this season?
DAZN will get fans the most Cleveland Cavaliers games with just one service. For the remaining games, fans will need a live TV service, plus subscriptions to Prime Video and Peacock Premium.
Who’s coaching the Cavaliers this season?
The Cleveland Cavaliers are led by Kenny Atkinson, who won the 2024–2025 Coach of the Year Award.
Where did Darius Garland get traded?
Darius Garland went to the Los Angeles Clippers in exchange for James Harden.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com Contributing Writer, Creshonda Smith, dove deep into the TV details to craft this guide for Cleveland Cavs’ fans. She studied game lineups, regional blackout restrictions, roster shake-ups, and streaming platform features.
From double-checking game dates to verifying broadcast partners and comparing viewing options, she left no box unchecked. Our goal is to make sure you have a clear game plan for following the Cavs from start to finish without missing a moment.
Check out our How We Rank page to learn more about our methods.
