Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James gears up for his 21st NBA season, a momentous occasion in his storied career. With the Denver Nuggets grabbing their first NBA Championship title against the Miami Heat not too long ago, basketball fans everywhere eagerly anticipate the start of the 2023-24 NBA season. This season promises to showcase the talents of exciting rookies such as Victor Wembanyama, Chet Holmgren, and Scoot Henderson. Tonight, the 2023-24 NBA season gets underway with two thrilling matchups: the Los Angeles Lakers vs. the Denver Nuggets, and the Phoenix Suns vs. the Golden State Warriors. Get ready to witness the action unfold!
If you need a reminder on how to catch NBA games in 2023, whether you have cable or not, where to stream basketball, the schedule for Week 1, and more, we’ve got you covered.
Where can you find NBA games? NBA games are nationally broadcasted on TNT, ESPN, and NBA TV. Additionally, local channels also air games. For avid fans looking to follow every game, NBA League Pass is an excellent choice to access those out-of-market games not shown on regional sports channels. Don’t have any of these channels? Here are our recommendations for watching NBA games in 2023.
The best way to watch NBA games without cable is through Sling TV. Starting at just $20 for the first month, Sling TV’s Orange plan includes TNT and ESPN (plus ESPN2 and ESPN3), along with 28 other channels. To watch NBA TV, you can add the $11 Sports Extras package. Currently, Sling is offering a special deal when you sign up for Sling Orange and NBA League Pass – save $60 by prepaying for six months. This comprehensive package covers all your basketball-watching needs for six months, totaling $270. Subscribing to Sling also grants you 50 hours of free DVR storage, allowing you to record games in case you miss any of the NBA action.
Another fantastic option is Max. Known for its extensive entertainment offerings, Max is now attracting sports fans too. For a limited time, Max subscribers can enjoy the new B/R Sports add-on completely free. This includes live NBA games on TNT, as well as NHL games, NCAA March Madness, MLB Postseason games, and U.S. Soccer.
Moreover, NBA League Pass allows you to stream every out-of-market game, granting access to an abundance of basketball content.
Looking for the schedule of Week 1’s national TV games in the 2023 NBA season? Look no further! Here are the game times in Eastern Time. If you’re interested in local games, you can find the full NBA game schedule online.
Tuesday, Oct. 24:
– Los Angeles Lakers vs. Denver Nuggets: 7:30 p.m. (TNT)
– Phoenix Suns vs. Golden State Warriors: 10 p.m. (TNT)
Wednesday, Oct. 25:
– Boston Celtics vs. New York Knicks: 7 p.m. (ESPN)
– Dallas Mavericks vs. San Antonio Spurs: 9:30 p.m. (ESPN)
Thursday, Oct. 26:
– Philadelphia 76ers vs. Milwaukee Bucks: 7:30 p.m. (TNT)
– Phoenix Suns vs. Los Angeles Lakers: 10 p.m. (TNT)
Friday, Oct. 27:
– Miami Heat vs. Boston Celtics: 7:30 p.m. (ESPN)
– Golden State Warriors vs. Sacramento Kings: 10 p.m. (ESPN)
Saturday, Oct. 28:
– New York Knicks vs. New Orleans Pelicans: 7:30 p.m. (NBA TV)
– Utah Jazz vs. Phoenix Suns: 10 p.m. (NBA TV)
If you’re eagerly awaiting the 2023 NBA season, DirecTV is here to provide an excellent option. Their Choice tier, priced at $85 per month, gives you access to all the necessary channels to watch NBA games on TNT, ESPN, and NBA TV, along with a wide range of other channels like A&E, AMC, BET, Bravo, Cartoon Network, CNN, Comedy Central, Discovery, and Disney Channel, among others. Every DirecTV subscriber, regardless of tier, receives unlimited cloud DVR access, enabling you to record as much basketball as you desire. The Choice package also covers Regional Sports Networks and specialty sports channels. However, please note that after considering regional sports fees and taxes, this package may cost around $114 per month.
