The Sacramento Kings entered 2025 with big ambitions. They traded longtime point guard De’Aaron Fox to the Spurs in a massive three-team deal, landing Zach LaVine, Sidy Cissoko, and several draft picks. Then, the Kings added veteran guard Dennis Schröder to round out the roster. The hope is that this new-look squad can recapture the glory Sacramento showed in their riveting playoff series against the Warriors a few years back.
They’ll still lean on DeMar DeRozan and Domantas Sabonis to steady the lineup as the roster adapts. With Doug Christie now in the head coaching chair, this is a pivotal season where cohesion, health, and chemistry will make or break their run.
Fans should be on the lookout to see if the new pieces gel with the established core this season. To make sure you don’t miss a thing, keep reading for my complete rundown on how to watch every Kings game on TV.
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What channels have Sacramento Kings games?
Most Sacramento Kings games air locally on NBC Sports California, the team’s regional broadcast partner. For fans outside the Sacramento area, your go-to service for these games will be NBA League Pass.
A handful of high-profile NBA games will also air nationally on channels like ABC, ESPN, NBC, and NBA TV. Additionally, select Kings games will stream exclusively on Amazon Prime Video and Peacock.
Want radio coverage? The Sacramento Kings offer live radio coverage through Sactown Sports 1140 AM (KHTK). Fans across Northern California can also tune in through the Sacramento Kings Radio Network, which includes affiliates in cities like Auburn and Redding.
2025–2026 Sacramento Kings TV schedule
Sacramento’s schedule is rich with narrative threads, like De’Aaron Fox returning to Golden 1 Center in a Spurs uniform. That’ll certainly tilt some matchups into personal territory.
Beyond the emotional rematches, other must-see games include Zach LaVine’s debut and his first clash with his former Bulls squad. You’ll also want to circle the high-stakes showdowns against Western Conference elite like the Nuggets and Thunder. With Domantas Sabonis still anchoring the frontcourt, every marquee home game becomes an audition for chemistry.
To help you follow along with all the drama, I’ve laid out the complete 2025–2026 Kings TV schedule below. I’ll be keeping it updated with all the latest start times and broadcast information.
| Opponent | Day | Time (ET) | Channel |
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Preseason |
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| Toronto Raptors | Wednesday, Oct. 8 | 10:00 p.m. | Kings.com |
| At Portland Trail Blazers | Friday, Oct. 10 | 10:00 p.m. | Kings.com, NBA League Pass |
| Los Angeles Clippers | Wednesday, Oct. 15 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Los Angeles Lakers | Friday, Oct. 17 | 10:30 p.m. | Kings.com, NBA TV |
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October |
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| At Phoenix Suns | Wednesday, Oct. 22 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California, NBA League Pass |
| Utah Jazz | Friday, Oct. 24 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Los Angeles Lakers | Sunday, Oct. 26 | 9:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Oklahoma City Thunder | Tuesday, Oct. 28 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California, NBA League Pass |
| At Chicago Bulls | Wednesday, Oct. 29 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California, NBA League Pass |
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November |
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| At Milwaukee Bucks | Saturday, Nov. 1 | 5:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California, NBA League Pass |
| At Denver Nuggets | Monday, Nov. 3 | 9:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Golden State Warriors | Wednesday, Nov. 5 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Oklahoma City Thunder | Friday, Nov. 7 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Minnesota Timberwolves | Sunday, Nov. 9 | 9:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Denver Nuggets | Tuesday, Nov. 11 | 11:00 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Atlanta Hawks | Wednesday, Nov. 12 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Minnesota Timberwolves | Friday, Nov. 14 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At San Antonio Spurs | Sunday, Nov. 16 | 4:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Oklahoma City Thunder | Wednesday, Nov. 19 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Memphis Grizzlies | Thursday, Nov. 20 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Denver Nuggets | Saturday, Nov. 22 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Minnesota Timberwolves | Monday, Nov. 24 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Phoenix Suns | Wednesday, Nov. 26 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Utah Jazz | Friday, Nov. 28 | 9:30 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Memphis Grizzlies | Sunday, Nov. 30 | 9:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
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December |
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| At Houston Rockets | Wednesday, Dec. 3 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Miami Heat | Saturday, Dec. 6 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Indiana Pacers | Monday, Dec. 8 | 7:00 p.m. | Peacock |
| At Portland Trail Blazers | Thursday, Dec. 18 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California, NBA TV |
| Portland Trail Blazers | Saturday, Dec. 20 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Houston Rockets | Sunday, Dec. 21 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Detroit Pistons | Tuesday, Dec. 23 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Dallas Mavericks | Saturday, Dec. 27 | 5:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California, NBA TV |
| At Los Angeles Lakers | Sunday, Dec. 28 | 9:30 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Los Angeles Clippers | Tuesday, Dec. 30 | 11:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California, NBC, Peacock |
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January |
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| Boston Celtics | Thursday, Jan. 1 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California, NBA TV |
| At Phoenix Suns | Friday, Jan. 2 | 9:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Milwaukee Bucks | Sunday, Jan. 4 | 9:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Dallas Mavericks | Tuesday, Jan. 6 | 11:00 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| At Golden State Warriors | Friday, Jan. 9 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Houston Rockets | Sunday, Jan. 11 | 9:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Los Angeles Lakers | Monday, Jan. 12 | 10:00 p.m. | Peacock |
| New York Knicks | Wednesday, Jan. 14 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Washington Wizards | Friday, Jan. 16 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Portland Trail Blazers | Sunday, Jan. 18 | 9:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Miami Heat | Tuesday, Jan. 20 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Toronto Raptors | Wednesday, Jan. 21 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Cleveland Cavaliers | Friday, Jan. 23 | 7:30 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Detroit Pistons | Sunday, Jan. 25 | 3:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At New York Knicks | Tuesday, Jan. 27 | 7:30 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Philadelphia 76ers | Thursday, Jan. 29 | 7:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Boston Celtics | Friday, Jan. 30 | 7:30 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
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February |
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| At Washington Wizards | Sunday, Feb. 1 | 6:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Memphis Grizzlies | Wednesday, Feb. 4 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Los Angeles Clippers | Friday, Feb. 6 | 10:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video |
| Cleveland Cavaliers | Saturday, Feb. 7 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At New Orleans Pelicans | Monday, Feb. 9 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Utah Jazz | Wednesday, Feb. 11 | 9:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Orlando Magic | Thursday, Feb. 19 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At San Antonio Spurs | Saturday, Feb. 21 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Memphis Grizzlies | Monday, Feb. 23 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Houston Rockets | Wednesday, Feb. 25 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Dallas Mavericks | Thursday, Feb. 26 | 8:30 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
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March |
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| At Los Angeles Lakers | Sunday, March 1 | 9:30 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Phoenix Suns | Tuesday, March 3 | 11:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California, NBC, Peacock |
| New Orleans Pelicans | Thursday, March 5 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Chicago Bulls | Sunday, March 8 | 9:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Indiana Pacers | Tuesday, March 10 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Charlotte Hornets | Wednesday, March 11 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Los Angeles Clippers | Saturday, March 14 | 10:30 p.m. | NBC Sports California, ESPN |
| Utah Jazz | Sunday, March 15 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| San Antonio Spurs | Tuesday, March 17 | 11:00 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Philadelphia 76ers | Thursday, March 19 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California, NBA TV |
| Brooklyn Nets | Sunday, March 22 | 6:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Charlotte Hornets | Tuesday, March 24 | 7:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Orlando Magic | Thursday, March 26 | 7:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Atlanta Hawks | Saturday, March 28 | 7:30 p.m. | NBC Sports California, NBA TV |
| At Brooklyn Nets | Sunday, March 29 | 6:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
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April |
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| At Toronto Raptors | Wednesday, April 1 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| New Orleans Pelicans | Friday, April 3 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California, NBA TV |
| Los Angeles Clippers | Sunday, April 5 | 9:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Golden State Warriors | Tuesday, April 7 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| Golden State Warriors | Friday, April 10 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
| At Portland Trail Blazers | Sunday, April 12 | 8:30 p.m. | NBC Sports California |
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Best TV plans for watching the Sacramento Kings
The NBA’s latest media deal makes watching every Kings game slightly more complex. To simplify things, I’ve broken down my top provider recommendations for every type of Kings fan.
For anyone living in the Northern California market, your top priority is getting NBC Sports California. Typically, I recommend Stream with DIRECTV as the best all-in-one service for NBA and NHL coverage. But you can actually go with YouTube TV as a slightly cheaper option that still delivers NBC Sports California alongside the league’s main national channels. You’ll also get unlimited DVR storage and, my personal favorite, multiview capabilities.
If you’re an out-of-market fan, your most essential subscription will be NBA League Pass. That’ll get you those NBC Sports California broadcasts outside the greater NorCal area.
And don’t forget, you’ll still need separate subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Peacock for their exclusive games. But since the Kings only have a few games on those platforms this season, you can probably wait to subscribe until those specific matchups roll around.
Standalone in-market TV package for Kings games
For local cord-cutters, NBC Sports California is also available to stream directly through Peacock. This is a fantastic option if you don’t want a big, expensive live TV package. For $17.95 per month on top of a base Peacock Premium plan, you’ll get access to almost every regular-season Kings game this campaign. Really, you’ll just miss the few games on ESPN and Prime Video.
What I appreciate most about this setup is the flexibility. You can subscribe on a monthly basis, so you’re not locked into a long-term plan. Plus, the add-on includes in-market San Jose Sharks games, making it a great value for any NorCal sports fan.
How to watch the Sacramento Kings for free
Catching Kings games without paying full price is possible if you know where to look. Many live TV streaming platforms, such as DIRECTV, Fubo, and YouTube TV, offer free trial periods. These usually last around five days and include access to national broadcasters.
Fans nationwide can also pick up select NBA games on ABC and NBC with a digital antenna. This option is a one-time purchase and works especially well in urban areas with strong over-the-air signals.
Lastly, the NBA app is worth keeping on your device. While live games often require a subscription of some kind, the app occasionally provides free national streams or live radio broadcasts. It’s also just nice to have for catching league highlights and game clips throughout the season.
How to watch the Sacramento Kings FAQ
Is NBC Sports California on Peacock?
Yes, you can purchase NBC Sports California access as a direct add-on through Peacock. Just remember that availability varies by location, as standard blackout rules still apply.
How can I watch the Kings if I’m out of market?
You can use NBA League Pass to watch out-of-market regular-season games. But you’ll still need separate access to national broadcasts airing on platforms like Amazon Prime Video and ESPN.
Why are some Sacramento Kings games blacked out?
Kings games are blacked out on services like NBA League Pass due to local and national restrictions. A local blackout occurs when the game airs on your in-market NBA team’s regional channel. Meanwhile, national blackouts happen when a game is exclusive to major networks like ESPN or NBC.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com Contributing Writer, Creshonda Smith, spent hours reviewing the Sacramento Kings’ 2025–2026 broadcast details to make this comprehensive guide. She reviewed NBC Sports California’s coverage policies, confirmed national TV partners, and cross-checked streaming availability across all viewing options.
Creshonda vetted every piece of information for accuracy, ensuring Kings fans know exactly when and where to watch their team. For more insight into how we evaluate TV providers and streaming options, check out our How We Rank page.
