NBA schedules 90 broadcast games on ABC and NBC for 2026-27 season

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Last updated Aug 13, 2026

NBA schedules 90 broadcast games on ABC and NBC for 2026-27 season
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The NBA will increase its broadcast presence next season, featuring 90 games on ABC and NBC, up from 79. This change is part of a total of 247 national games across ABC, ESPN, NBC, Peacock, and Prime Video, maintaining the number from last year and significantly up from 172 two seasons ago. The league has already launched its first opening day national tripleheader on NBC Sports, combined with streaming options on Peacock, alongside its five-game Christmas Day schedule on ABC and ESPN.

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  • NBA will air 90 games on ABC and NBC during 2026-27 season.
  • Total of 247 national games planned across various networks.
  • First opening day tripleheader aired on NBC Sports.
  • Five-game Christmas Day slate will feature games on ABC/ESPN.
  • Total broadcast games increased from last season's 79.
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