The Orlando Magic had bad injury luck last season. But with Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, and Jalen Suggs healthy to start 2026-2027, watching the Magic will be a markedly better experience.
The biggest offseason move the Magic made was moving on from Jamahl Mosley and hired Sean Sweeney as their new head coach. The team seems to be banking on internal growth and health to climb up the Eastern Conference standings.
To help you watch Orlando Magic basketball all season, we’ve created this complete guide to their TV schedule, channels, and streaming options.
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What channels have Orlando Magic games?
The Orlando Magic were one of many sports teams searching for a new broadcast home after FanDuel Sports Network shut down. The result might be the best thing for fans.
The Magic partnered with local stations WRDQ-TV27 and WFTV Channel 9 for all in-market games in a multi-year deal. WRDQ-TV27 even rebanded to MagicTV 27 in advance of the season to mark the milestone.
MagicTV 27 will air 77 regular-season Magic games in 2026-2027, and is available for free over the air or with several major cable, satellite, and live TV streaming providers. Select games will also air on WFTV Channel 9.
If you’re outside the Florida TV market, you’ll need NBA League Pass to watch the boys get busy on those local channels.
Orlando will have at least 13 games on national TV this season. You’ll find these marquee matchups on traditional channels like ESPN, NBA TV, and NBC Sports Network, as well as Amazon Prime Video and Peacock Premium for select streaming exclusives.
Want radio coverage? Every Magic game airs on FM 96.9 The Game in Orlando, with audio coverage also streaming nationwide on SiriusXM NBA Radio. Fans can also rock with NBA League Pass Audio for just $9.99.
2026-2027 Orlando Magic TV schedule
Orlando winning more than 45 games this season — its win total last year — will be contingent on how the team navigates the schedule. Can the Magic get to a point where they win enough games to give them a better path in the East playoffs?
You can check out the complete Magic TV schedule below with game times and channel listings. From the Kia Center faithful to viewers across the country, this season promises to show just how real Orlando’s rise can be.
NBA - Orlando Magic Schedule
| Opponent | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
Preseason | |||
Wednesday, Oct. 7 | 8:00 p.m. | — | |
Sunday, Oct. 11 | 6:30 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Oct. 13 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Friday, Oct. 16 | 7:00 p.m. | WRDQ-TV27 | |
October | |||
Wednesday, Oct. 21 | 7:00 p.m. | — | |
Friday, Oct. 23 | 7:00 p.m. | — | |
Sunday, Oct. 25 | 7:00 p.m. | — | |
Wednesday, Oct. 28 | 7:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Friday, Oct. 30 | 7:30 p.m. | TBD | |
November | |||
Sunday, Nov. 1 | 3:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Monday, Nov. 2 | 7:30 p.m. | TBD | |
At Phoenix Suns | Thursday, Nov. 5 | 9:00 p.m. | TBD |
Saturday, Nov. 7 | 8:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Tuesday, Nov. 10 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
At Utah Jazz | Wednesday, Nov. 11 | 9:00 p.m. | TBD |
Friday, Nov. 13 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Monday, Nov. 16 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Wednesday, Nov. 18 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Friday, Nov. 20 | 7:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Sunday, Nov. 22 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Tuesday, Nov. 24 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Nov. 28 | 5:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Sunday, Nov. 29 | 6:00 p.m. | TBD | |
December | |||
Wednesday, Dec. 2 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Dec. 12 | 7:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Monday, Dec. 14 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Wednesday, Dec. 16 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Friday, Dec. 18 | 7:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Dec. 19 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Monday, Dec. 21 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Wednesday, Dec. 23 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Dec. 26 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Sunday, Dec. 27 | 6:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Tuesday, Dec. 29 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Thursday, Dec. 31 | 3:00 p.m. | TBD | |
January | |||
Friday, Jan. 1 | 7:30 p.m. | NBA TV | |
Sunday, Jan. 3 | 6:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Tuesday, Jan. 5 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Thursday, Jan. 7 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Friday, Jan. 8 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Sunday, Jan. 10 | 6:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Tuesday, Jan. 12 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Thursday, Jan. 14 | 10:00 p.m. | NBA TV | |
At LA Clippers | Friday, Jan. 15 | 10:30 p.m. | NBA TV |
Sunday, Jan. 17 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Tuesday, Jan. 19 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Friday, Jan. 22 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Sunday, Jan. 24 | 6:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Monday, Jan. 25 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Thursday, Jan. 28 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Friday, Jan. 29 | 8:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Sunday, Jan. 31 | 6:00 p.m. | TBD | |
February | |||
Tuesday, Feb. 2 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Thursday, Feb. 4 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Feb. 6 | 7:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Monday, Feb. 8 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Wednesday, Feb. 10 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Friday, Feb. 12 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Feb. 13 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Monday, Feb. 15 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Wednesday, Feb. 17 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Thursday, Feb. 25 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Sunday, Feb. 28 | 4:30 p.m. | TBD | |
March | |||
Tuesday, March 2 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Thursday, March 4 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Friday, March 5 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Tuesday, March 9 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
At Miami Heat | Wednesday, March 10 | 7:00 p.m. | |
Saturday, March 13 | 3:00 p.m. | ||
Monday, March 15 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Tuesday, March 16 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Thursday, March 18 | 7:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, March 20 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Monday, March 22 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Wednesday, March 24 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Friday, March 26 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Sunday, March 28 | 12:30 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, March 30 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
April | |||
Thursday, April 1 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, April 3 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Monday, April 5 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Wednesday, April 7 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Friday, April 9 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
At Miami Heat | Sunday, April 11 | 6:00 p.m. | TBD |
Best TV plans for watching the Orlando Magic
Magic fans can still find solid coverage even with how crazy the NBA media deal can feel. The key is knowing which service is right for your specific needs.
If you’re in the Orlando TV market, your top priority is getting MagicTV 27. Our pick for the best all-in-one service is YouTube TV, which includes the local channel as well as ABC, ESPN, and NBA TV. It’s also one of the only services that includes NBCSN.
Don’t forget about streaming. Amazon Prime Video has Thursday and Friday night games (including NBA Cup action), while Peacock Premium delivers Monday games and NBC broadcasts. If you’re outside Florida, NBA League Pass helps you keep tabs on the Magic all season long — though blackout restrictions still apply.
How to watch the Orlando Magic for free
Catching Magic games doesn’t have to be expensive. A digital antenna is the best option to get almost every game because MagicTV 27, ABC, and NBC are all available over the air for free.
Free trials from services like DIRECTV, Fubo, and YouTube TV let you watch nationally televised games for a week at no cost. YouTube makes the most sense solely because of its carriage of NBCSN.
The NBA app is also worth keeping handy if you’re constantly on the move. It offers live radio broadcasts and occasional national streams, so you won’t miss Banchero’s next highlight-reel moment, whether you’re at home or traveling.
How to watch the Orlando Magic FAQ
Where can I watch Orlando Magic games locally?
Most Magic games are broadcast on MagicTV 27, the team's regional partner. You can access it through select cable providers or stream it via platforms like DIRECTV, Fubo, or YouTube TV. Select games will able available on WFTV Channel 9 over the air for free.
How can I watch Magic preseason games?
Two Magic preseason games will likely air on MagicTV 27 for in-market fans. Two others, though, will air on ESPN and Peacock Premium. NBCSN will simulcast the Peacock Premium game. For out-of-market viewers, preseason games are often available with an NBA League Pass subscription.
How do I watch the Magic play internationally?
NBA League Pass is available globally and streams every Magic game that isn't subject to local blackout restrictions. It offers live and on-demand games, multiple camera angles, and condensed replays. You can subscribe monthly or annually, and it works across mobile devices, desktops, smart TVs, and gaming consoles.
Have the Orlando Magic ever won a championship?
Not yet. The Orlando Magic have made it to the NBA Finals twice — in 1995 and 2009 — but they've never clinched the championship title.
Why you should trust us
Creshonda Smith is a CableTV.com contributor who pulled together this Orlando Magic viewing guide. She did it by digging through broadcast schedules, testing streaming platforms, and keeping tabs on the team’s offseason moves.
From Paolo Banchero’s rise to stardom to the complexities of the new NBA broadcast puzzle, we’ve covered every detail in this guide. Our goal is simple: to give you a clear, hassle-free plan so you can follow the Magic all season long.
Check out our How We Rank page to learn more about our methods.
