Where to Watch NBA Games Without Cable
January 28, 2026
Wondering where to watch NBA games this season? Fans can tune in through live TV and streaming, with coverage available throughout the regular season and into the playoffs all the way through the NBA Finals.
Hulu + Live TV gives you access to live NBA games so you can follow every play, even when you can’t make it to the stadium or arena.
How to Watch NBA Games Live
You can live stream NBA games on channels like ESPN, ABC, and NBC with Hulu + Live TV.* If you aren’t able to catch the games live, you can record them to watch later with Hulu + Live TV’s Cloud DVR feature.
*Live TV plan required to watch live content on Hulu. Regional restrictions, blackouts, and additional terms apply.
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How to Watch NBA Games With Hulu + Live TV
Ready to watch NBA games live with Hulu + Live TV? Here’s how to get set up:
1. Sign up, or log in with your Hulu credentials if you’re already subscribed (current Hulu subscribers can switch to Live TV*).
2. Set up any Live TV–supported devices, such as Android, Apple, Chromecast, Fire TV, LG TV, Mac and PC browsers, PlayStationⓇ, Roku, Samsung TV, VIZIO, Xbox, and more.
3. Start streaming NBA games live throughout the season or record games to watch later with Cloud DVR.
*Live TV plan required to watch live content on Hulu. Regional restrictions, blackouts, and additional terms apply.
NBA Live Streaming FAQs
How Can I Find the NBA Schedule?
For a complete list of upcoming NBA games and tip-off times, check out the 2025-2026 NBA schedule.
What Channels Are NBA Games On?
NBA games air on ABC, ESPN, and NBC, with some games available on local broadcast channels that vary by your location.
You can watch these channels live with Hulu + Live TV* — see the full list of channels for details.
*Live TV plan required to watch live content on Hulu. Regional restrictions, blackouts, and additional terms apply.
When Does the NBA Regular Season End?
The NBA regular season usually wraps up in April, leading into the NBA playoffs. This year, the regular season is scheduled to end on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
When Are the NBA Playoffs?
The NBA playoffs typically begin in April and run through June, culminating in the NBA Finals.
How Many Regular Season Games Are Played in the NBA?
Each NBA team typically plays 82 regular season games between October and April.
More Basketball to Watch Between Games
When there isn’t a live game on, Hulu offers a range of basketball programming — including documentaries, shows, and movies — to keep fans watching between matchups.
Clipped
Set in 2014, FX’s Clipped is a limited drama series about the true story of Donald Sterling — one of the most controversial figures in NBA history. Sterling, the former owner of the Los Angeles Clippers, captured global headlines with his racist comments, troubled basketball team, and scandalous marriage.
Watch:Clipped
Legacy: The True Story of the LA Lakers
The LA Lakers are one of the most successful franchises in the history of professional sports, and this 10-part docuseries tells the story of how it happened. From the Lakers’ humble beginnings as a “mom and pop” operation to becoming a $5 billion empire, basketball fans and non-fans alike can appreciate the Cinderella story of this iconic team.
Watch: Legacy: The True Story of the LA Lakers
The Last Dance
Using never-before-seen footage, The Last Dance tells the incredible behind-the-scenes story of one of the most iconic dynasties in NBA history — told by Michael Jordan, his teammates, and the Chicago Bulls staff.
Watch: The Last Dance*
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White Men Can’t Jump (2023)
This reimagining of the ’90s classic comedy White Men Can’t Jump (1992) stars musician Jack Harlow alongside Sinqua Walls. Though there’s a different cast, the premise is the same — two street basketballers hustle their opponents to make some quick cash.
Watch: White Men Can’t Jump
