TVApp NBA: How to Watch NBA Games Legally in 2026-27
TVApp NBA streams have been offline since June 2026, but every NBA game is still available legally. Here is where national, local and out-of-market games stream now, including some you can watch for free.
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Is TVApp NBA Working?
No. Searches like thetvapp nba, tvapp nba live and the tv app basketball games point to the NBA streams of TheTVApp, which went offline with the whole site in early June 2026, just before the NBA Finals. It is not a temporary outage.
Sites that now promise "TVApp NBA" or "MyTVApp NBA" streams are unofficial copies that push pop-ups, fake players and malware. Every game in this guide is on a licensed service. See the full TheTVApp status page for the latest updates.
Where NBA Games Air in 2026-27
The 2026-27 NBA season tips off in late October 2026. It is the second season of the NBA media deals with three national partners.
| Partner | Games | Watch legally on |
|---|---|---|
| ESPN and ABC | Weekly national games, Saturday primetime on ABC, Christmas Day, NBA Finals | ESPN app, live TV services; ABC games free with an antenna |
| NBC and Peacock | Weekly national games, including Peacock exclusives | NBC free with an antenna, Peacock, live TV services |
| Prime Video | Weekly national games, NBA Cup knockout rounds | Amazon Prime Video |
| NBA TV | Extra national games and studio shows | NBA League Pass, some live TV add-ons |
| Regional sports networks | Your local team games | Team or network streaming apps, live TV services |
| NBA League Pass | Out-of-market games | NBA app |
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How to Watch NBA Games for Free
HD Antenna
NBA games on ABC and NBC are free to watch over the air in the U.S.
Free Trials
Peacock, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV and Fubo often offer trials, and League Pass sometimes has a free preview week.
Free Highlights
The NBA app and the NBA YouTube channel post highlights during and after games.
Watching Your Local Team
Most local NBA games air on a regional sports network, not a national one. Many teams and networks now sell their own streaming plans, and some teams also air games on free local TV stations. Check the official website of your team for the 2026-27 options in your area.
Local games are blacked out on League Pass in the U.S., so a regional network or a live TV service is the way to watch them. Our best TV apps guide compares the services that carry regional networks.
NBA League Pass
League Pass streams out-of-market games live and on demand in the NBA app. Plans include every team or a single team, with versions that remove commercials or show several games on one screen. Outside the U.S., League Pass usually includes more games with fewer blackouts.
- Best for fans who follow a team from another city
- Full game replays and condensed games included
- Works on phones, tablets, smart TVs and streaming sticks
Watching the WNBA
Fans also searched thetvapp wnba. WNBA games air nationally on networks including ESPN and ABC, CBS, ION, Prime Video and NBC with Peacock, and out-of-market games are on WNBA League Pass. The regular season usually runs from May to September, with playoffs into October.
For football and every other league, see our NFL streams guide and the live sports channels guide.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is TVApp NBA down?
Yes. TheTVApp, including its NBA streams, has been offline since early June 2026. Sites using the TVApp name are unofficial copies.
Which channels show NBA games in 2026-27?
National games air on ESPN and ABC, NBC and Peacock, and Prime Video, with extra games on NBA TV. Local games air on regional sports networks, and out-of-market games are on NBA League Pass.
Can I watch NBA games for free?
Yes. Games on ABC and NBC are free with an HD antenna in the U.S., and the NBA posts free highlights on its app and YouTube channel.
Is TNT still showing NBA games?
No. From the 2025-26 season, TNT no longer holds NBA game rights. National games moved to ESPN and ABC, NBC and Peacock, and Prime Video.
Does NBA League Pass show my local team?
No. Local games are blacked out on League Pass in the U.S. Watch them on your regional sports network, its streaming app or a live TV service.
Ready for Tip-Off?
Pick national games, your local team or League Pass, and watch every game legally.
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