Here’s how to watch the 2024 NBA preseason online for free: Live Stream Basketball

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We’re still weeks away from the 2024 NBA season, which means it’s time to warm up with some preseason action. The games begin on October 4th when the Boston Celtics take on the Denver Nuggets at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.

At a glance: How to watch the NBA preseason online

If you want to watch NBA preseason games live, read on. Below is a quick guide to the best ways to live stream NBA preseason basketball without cable.

How to watch NBA preseason online

Most NBA preseason games are shown on NBA TV, NBA League Pass and regional sports networks. Some games will be broadcast nationally on ESPN or TNT.

The best way for cord cutters to watch NBA preseason games without cable is with a live TV streaming service that carries NBA TV, RSNs, ESPN and TNT. If you want a cheaper option, NBA League Pass will get you a decent slice of the action. Here’s another breakdown:

Stream NBA preseason on DirecTV Stream

DirecTV Stream offers NBA TV and comprehensive RSN coverage on its Choice plan, as well as ESPN and TNT coverage on all plans. The Choice package starts with a five-day free trial and then costs $88.99 per month for the first month. After that, the plan is $108.99 per month.

Stream NBA preseason on Sling

Sling is another great streamer for sports fans and is much cheaper than DirecTV Stream. You can get ESPN and TNT coverage on Sling’s Orange plan, while the Orange + Blue plan adds some RSNs (in select markets). Get NBA TV with Sling’s Sports Extra add-on, which costs an additional $11 per month.

Stream NBA preseason on Fubo

fubo offers RSN coverage and ESPN in all of its packages. NBA TV is also available through the streamer’s Sports Plus add-on. However, Fubo lacks TNT. fubo plans start at $79.99 per month – after a seven-day free trial – but RSNs incur an additional fee. The Sports Plus add-on costs an additional $10.99 per month.

Stream NBA preseason with NBA League Pass

If you don’t want to pay for a live TV streamer, you can stream many of the NBA preseason games with NBA League Pass. You can pay monthly starting at $16.99 per month or save over 40% by booking the entire season starting at $109.99. No matter which plan or payment you choose, you’ll get a seven-day free trial to start.

Stream NBA preseason games for free

Want to watch some NBA preseason games for free? Take advantage of free trials of NBA League Pass, DirecTV Stream and fubo.

2024 NBA preseason schedule

The 2024 NBA preseason begins on Friday, October 4th and runs through Friday, October 18th. Regular season play begins a few days later, on Tuesday, October 22nd.