Do you want to watch all of the exciting NBA action this season, but you aren't looking to pay for cable? Don't worry — we're here to help.
Cord-cutters won't be left in the dark during the 2023-24 campaign, as there are multiple streaming alternatives that allow you to watch NBA games. Some of them even provide free trials so you can determine which service works best for you before making a payment.
Here is a breakdown of the best live-streaming options for NBA games this season.
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How to watch 2023-24 games on NBA League Pass
Live streams: Fubo
NBA League Pass allows basketball fans to stream games for every team in the league. (There are some blackout restrictions.)
You can also watch games on ESPN and ABC with Fubo, which is offering a free seven-day trial. You can add NBA League Pass as part of your free trial period and get the service for as low as $14.99 a month with Fubo, unlocking every out-of-market game. NBA TV is available for an extra $11 per month with the Sports Plus add-on.
Other NBA live streams for 2023-24 season
- Live streams: Sling TV | NBA League Pass
If you're searching for another streaming option, you can check out Sling TV or NBA League Pass.
Fans in the U.S. can watch the biggest games of the 2023-24 NBA season on Sling TV, which is now offering HALF OFF your first month! Sling base packages (Sling Orange or Sling Blue) start at just $20 for your first month, or you can get Sling Orange + Blue starting at $27.50 for your first month. There are no long-term contracts, and you can change your channel lineup anytime. DVR is included along with thousands of on-demand shows and movies.
NBA League Pass service offers three different packages, but you can give NBA League Pass a test run on a free seven-day trial before making a full commitment.
Here are the prices for each package:
| Subscription | Monthly | Season |
| League Pass | $14.99 | $99.99 |
| League Pass Premium | $22.99 | $149.99 |
| Team Pass | $13.99 | $89.99 |
- League Pass: You are able to stream live games with commercials on one device.
- League Pass Premium: You are able to stream live games without commercials on three devices.
- Team Pass: You are able to stream live games for your favorite team.
NBA schedule for 2023-24 regular season
Each team will play an 82-game schedule. The regular season will run from Oct. 24, 2023, through April 14, 2024. The NBA Playoffs will begin on April 20, 2024, and the latest possible NBA Finals game will be held on June 23, 2024.
Here's a breakdown of the 2023-24 NBA calendar:
- Regular season: Oct. 24-April 14
- In-Season Tournament: Nov. 3-Dec. 9
- Trade deadline: Feb. 8 (3 p.m. ET)
- All-Star break: Feb. 16-21
- Play-In Tournament: April 16-19
- NBA Playoffs: April 20-June 23 (Game 7 of NBA Finals if necessary)
NBA schedule for first week of 2023-24 regular season
Tuesday, Oct. 24 (Opening Night)
| Game | Time (ET) | National TV |
| Lakers vs Nuggets | 7:30 p.m. | TNT |
| Suns vs Warriors | 10 p.m. | TNT |
Wednesday, Oct. 25
| Game | Time (ET) | National TV |
| Hawks vs Hornets | 7 p.m. | — |
| Wizards vs Pacers | 7 p.m. | — |
| Celtics vs Knicks | 7 p.m. | ESPN |
| Rockets vs Magic | 7 p.m. | — |
| Cavaliers vs Nets | 7:30 p.m. | — |
| Pistons vs Heat | 7:30 p.m. | — |
| Timberwolves vs Raptors | 7:30 p.m. | — |
| Thunder vs Bulls | 8 p.m. | — |
| Pelicans vs Grizzlies | 8 p.m. | — |
| Kings vs Jazz | 9 p.m. | — |
| Mavericks vs Spurs | 9:30 p.m. | ESPN |
| Trail Blazers vs Clippers | 10:30 p.m. | — |
Thursday, Oct. 26
| Game | Time (ET) | National TV |
| 76ers vs Bucks | 7:30 p.m. | TNT |
| Suns vs Lakers | 10 p.m. | TNT |
Friday, Oct. 27
| Game | Time (ET) | National TV |
| Pistons vs Hornets | 7 p.m. | — |
| Nuggets vs Grizzlies | 7 p.m. | — |
| Knicks vs Hawks | 7:30 p.m. | — |
| Heat vs Celtics | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN |
| Thunder vs Cavaliers | 7:30 p.m. | — |
| Raptors vs Bulls | 8 p.m. | — |
| Rockets vs Spurs | 8 p.m. | — |
| Nets vs Mavericks | 8:30 p.m. | — |
| Clippers vs Jazz | 9:30 p.m. | — |
| Magic vs Trail Blazers | 10 p.m. | — |
| Warriors vs Kings | 10 p.m. | ESPN |
Saturday, Oct. 28
| Game | Time (ET) | National TV |
| Bulls vs Pistons | 7 p.m. | — |
| Grizzlies vs Wizards | 7 p.m. | — |
| Knicks vs Pelicans | 7 p.m. | NBA TV |
| Pacers vs Cavaliers | 7:30 p.m. | — |
| 76ers vs Raptors | 7:30 p.m. | — |
| Heat vs Timberwolves | 8 p.m. | — |
| Jazz vs Suns | 10 p.m. | NBA TV |