There are big changes brewing in the NBA this year. The 2025-26 season is the first in its new 11-year, $76 billion broadcast deal with ESPN, NBC, and the Amazon streaming service Prime Video. Gone are the days of the NBA on TNT, though “Inside the NBA” is being sent to ESPN, so at least there’ll be one constant for NBA fans this year.

With all the changes, it can be difficult and confusing for fans to keep track of where they can stream games on a given day. We’ll help clear up that confusion by telling you how many NBA games will stream on each outlet, which streamers you’ll need to watch it all, and more details.

Everything you need to know about streaming the 2025-26 NBA season

What are all the channels and streamers hosting NBA games this year?

Fans who are used to seeing the NBA on ABC and ESPN will continue to be able to watch games there. That includes the annual Christmas Day bonanza, as well as a tripleheader the night before Thanksgiving.

NBC platforms will offer 100 regular-season games over the course of the year, including some that will stream exclusively on Peacock. All games appearing on linear NBC will stream live on Peacock, as well.

Prime Video will carry regular-season and playoff games throughout the 2025-26 NBA season, games that will be exclusive to the streamer. Prime Video will host a doubleheader of games on Black Friday, as well as all seven knockout round games of the NBA In-Season Tournament, including the championship game.

Which live TV streaming services do you need to watch NBA games?

ABC, ESPN, and NBC are the three linear channels you need to watch the NBA’s national games on broadcast and cable this year. Most games from each team will still appear on regional sports networks or local broadcast channels, and will not air on national TV. There are several live TV streaming services that carry each of the national NBA partners, and we’ll walk you through each of them below.

DIRECTV

DIRECTV carries ABC and NBC in its MySports Genre Pack in most markets, and that package offers ESPN in all markets. It starts at $70 per month for around 20 channels, but for $15 more, you can upgrade to the ENTERTAINMENT Signature package and watch these channels in a bundle of more than 90 total networks for $85 per month. DIRECTV also offers a five-day free trial for viewers who choose to stream its channels on their own devices.

NBA fans can also find regional sports networks (RSNs) on DIRECTV, but to get these, they’ll have to upgrade to the service’s CHOICE Signature package starting at $90 per month, or add the My Home Team add-on to the MySports Genre Pack.

Fubo

Fubo also carries ABC, ESPN, and NBC in a wide range of markets. Its Pro plan starts at $85 per month after a free trial that can last between one and seven days. The trick with Fubo is that most viewers have to pay a regional sports network fee to watch — but that means viewers will likely be able to watch non-national NBA games airing in their market with this service as well.

Hulu + Live TV

Hulu + Live TV offers ABC, ESPN, and NBC, though its lineup of regional sports networks is fairly limited. What it lacks in these, however, it makes up for in on-demand streaming access. Hulu + Live TV includes Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ — which will simply be called ESPN select starting Aug. 21 — in all channel plans starting at $83 per month. Hulu + Live TV also comes with a three-day free trial.

Sling TV

Sling TV only carries ABC and NBC in a small number of markets each, but ESPN is available in its Orange package, which also offers ESPN3 and its simulcasts of live games appearing on ABC. Sling Orange costs $46 per month, but fans can also sign up using Sling’s new Passes, which allow customers to watch the service for one day for $5, one weekend for $10, or one week for $15. This is a perfect choice for anyone who wants to see a particular NBA game on ABC or ESPN, but doesn’t need a long-term subscription. Sling TV doesn’t carry any regional sports networks.

YouTube TV

YouTube TV is also a bit light on regional sports networks, but it does offer ABC, ESPN, and NBC almost everywhere. It costs $83 per month, after a free trial that can last between two and 14 days, depending on multiple factors.

Which direct-to-consumer streamers can you use to watch the NBA this year?

ESPN

ESPN is launching its new direct-to-consumer offering on Aug. 21. Unlike ESPN+, the new ESPN streaming platform will offer everything found on ESPN linear channels, including ABC sports games. That means it will carry all NBA games of the 2025-26 season appearing on ABC or ESPN, at a price of $30 per month or $300 per year for just the streamer itself. Customers can also bundle the new ESPN streamer with Disney+ and Hulu starting at $30 per month for a limited time.

Peacock

Peacock will allow viewers to stream exclusive NBA games, as well as watch all games appearing on linear NBC. This service has several plans, but you’ll need the Premium or Premium Plus plans to watch live sports on Peacock. Premium starts at $11 per month or $110 per year, and ad-free Premium Plus jumps up to $17 per month or $170 per year.

Prime Video

Any games appearing on Prime Video will be exclusive to that streamer and will not be found on linear TV. Audiences can sign up for Prime Video for $9 per month for just the streamer itself, or get it as part of the Amazon Prime subscription for $15 per month or $140 per year.

What’s the cheapest way to stream all national NBA games of the 2025-26 season?

If you want to watch every single nationally-televised NBA game of the year, the cheapest way to do it is to sign up for the new ESPN DTC service, Peacock, and Prime Video. Combined, these services will cost you $50 per month, and you can also get Disney+ and Hulu thrown into that bundle at no extra charge for a full year with the ESPN introductory offer.

Sling TV is cheaper than that price at $46 per month, the only live TV streaming service you can watch NBA games on that beats the price of combining ESPN, Peacock, and Prime Video. The caveat here is that Sling TV does not carry NBC in all markets; only customers in 17 markets around the United States can watch that channel on Sling. Plus, NBC is found in Sling’s Blue plan, so customers will have to switch over from Sling Orange to watch games on NBC if they get that channel in their area — and this package won’t include any Peacock-exclusive games or those on Prime Video.

What about NBA TV?

NBA TV will continue to air nationally-televised games this year, and the channel is found on several live TV streaming products. The DIRECTV MySports Genre Pack is our favorite way to watch, but you can see which streaming services carry the network in the chart below.

Does NBA League Pass have any games?

NBA League Pass is the league’s out-of-market games service, which means customers can use it to watch any contests not appearing on national channels or on regional sports networks/local broadcast networks in their home markets. NBA League Pass plans start at $17 per month.

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NBA League Pass

For passionate basketball aficionados, NBA League Pass stands as the premier destination for immersing yourself in the thrilling world of professional basketball. It offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to meticulously follow every move of your favorite team throughout the season or broaden your horizons to catch every game played across the entire league. It’s important to note that, due to broadcasting rights, blackout restrictions may apply to games that are televised locally or aired on national channels.

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The beauty of NBA League Pass lies in its customizable nature; prices and the suite of available features can vary significantly, ensuring you can select a subscription tier that perfectly aligns with your viewing habits and budget. Whether you’re a casual observer or a hardcore stat-head, there’s likely a package designed for you.

Beyond simply streaming games, a subscription unlocks a richer, more interactive viewing experience. You’ll typically gain access to both the Home and Away team broadcasts, giving you the freedom to choose which commentary team you prefer. For those watching on the move, the Mobile View feature ensures an optimized, high-quality stream on your smartphone or tablet. Furthermore, NBA League Pass often caters to a global audience, with broadcasts available in additional languages, and provides diverse perspectives through multiple camera angles, letting you see the game in new ways.

One of the most compelling enhancements is the integration of in-stream advanced statistics. This means while you’re absorbed in the action, you can instantly pull up detailed box scores, track live player performance metrics, and analyze team statistics without ever needing to navigate away from the live game stream. This seamless access to data keeps you fully informed and engaged with every facet of the on-court drama.

The NBA offers three plans “Team Pass” ($13.99), which provide great options if you only want to follow a single team.

“League Pass” ($16.99) lets you see every game across the entire league.

The “League Pass Premium” ($24.99) plan allows watching on 3 devices without commercials.

You can also save by subscribing to the full season. It’s $89.99 / year for the Team Pass, $109.99 / year for the League Pass, or $159.99 / year for League Pass Premium.

NBA League Pass is also available as an Amazon Prime Video channel.

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Will there be a national NBA game every night?

The NBA schedule may vary from week to week, but starting midseason, it appears that there will indeed be a nationally-televised game every single night of the week. Check out the graphic posted by the NBA itself:

Where to watch NBA action this season ⬇️

Season-long national games:
▪️ Mon: Peacock
▪️ Tue: NBC/Peacock
▪️ Wed: ESPN
▪️ Fri: Prime Video

Additional weekly national games starting midseason:
▪️ Thu: Prime Video
▪️ Sat: ABC | ESPN | Prime Video
▪️ Sun: ABC | ESPN | NBC/Peacock pic.twitter.com/eZgo8viuEX

— NBA Communications (@NBAPR) August 14, 2025