That’s a wrap on the 2026 NBA season. Check back here daily when the 2026-27 season tips off in October — we’ll keep this page up to date as the season gets underway.
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2026-27 NBA Games on TV Today (Preseason)
All times ET
Wednesday, October 14
| Game | Time | Channels |
|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn Nets at Miami Heat | 7:30 PM | |
| Charlotte Hornets at Boston Celtics | 7:30 PM | NBC Sports Boston |
| Chicago Bulls at Milwaukee Bucks | 8:00 PM | Chicago Sports Network |
| New Orleans Pelicans at Dallas Mavericks | 8:00 PM | NBA TV |
| Detroit Pistons at Minnesota Timberwolves | 8:00 PM | |
| Phoenix Suns at San Antonio Spurs | 8:00 PM | |
| Denver Nuggets at Los Angeles Clippers | 10:30 PM | CW, NBA TV |
Where to Watch the 2026-27 NBA season
There are plenty of places to make sure you don’t miss a moment of your favorite NBA team’s season. Here’s where to watch NBA games on TV today and all season long:
- REGIONAL SPORTS LINEUP (only available in some areas)
- ESPN: Channel 206
- ABC: Find your local affiliate channel here
- TNT: Channel 245
- NBA TV HD: Channel 216
- NBA League Pass*
Check out our live channel guide for more information!
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*Includes live, out-of-market, regular-season games only. Blackout restrictions & other conditions apply. Your NBA League Pass subscription will automatically renew each season provided DIRECTV carries this service, at the then-prevailing rate (currently $109.98), unless you cancel online at directv.com or call 844-377-7314 by the date specified in your renewal notice. ©2025 NBA Properties, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Local broadcast restrictions apply to games viewed on NBA.com and NBA app.
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