How to watch the 2026 NBA preseason: Channels, where to stream games, schedule and more
How to watch the 2026 NBA preseason even without cable.
The 2026-27 NBA preseason commences on October 3, offering fans a glimpse of every team in action before the official season begins on October 20. The first game of the preseason will feature the Miami Heat against the Toronto Raptors, kicking off at 7 p.m. ET on NBA TV.
Throughout the preseason, games will be broadcast on various channels, including NBA TV, ESPN, ESPN2, NBC, and NBCSN. For those without cable subscriptions, many NBA preseason games on ESPN and ESPN2 will be available to stream on ESPN Unlimited. Conversely, games on NBC and NBCSN can be accessed through Peacock. Live TV platforms like YouTube TV also provide access to NBA TV, NBA League Pass, and other channels.
Week 1 of the NBA preseason schedule includes a variety of matchups. On October 3, the Miami Heat will face the Toronto Raptors at 7 p.m. ET on NBA TV/WPLG Local 10. Other notable games include the Golden State Warriors vs. LA Clippers at 7 p.m. ET on NBA League Pass, the Utah Jazz vs. Denver Nuggets at 7 p.m. ET on NBA TV/Altitude, and the Phoenix Suns vs. Detroit Pistons at 7 p.m. ET on SUNS+/3TV.
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