A Slam Dunk Guide To NBA Streams: Where And How To Watch

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The NBA is arguably the most popular sport in the US. Just last season, the NBA Finals had an accumulated viewership of over 12 million people all over the country. As if that is not surprising in itself, the number was a 22% increase from the statistics recorded in the previous year. All this is to say that many people like watching NBA games. However, very few can pay the hefty ticket prices to watch the games in person. The option of paying for cable subscriptions for all channels just to watch the NBA is also not convenient for many people. 

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Lucky for you, there are many options you can explore to watch the NBA in 2023, and we will break them down for you! If you have been looking for a way to watch every free throw, slam dunk, and three-pointer without having to incur unnecessary costs, then you have come to the right place.

The Best Places To Catch NBA Streams Online

When people talk about the best ways to watch NBA streams live, the first thought that comes to mind is those wretched pirate or IPTV sites that are a breeding ground for hackers and spammers. But it doesn’t always have to be so. There are many legit options you can explore to watch all the games this coming season. Here are a few options you can consider trying out.

The NBA League Pass

One of the best ways to watch NBA streams is the NBA League Pass. The NBA League Pass gives you the freedom to stream any NBA game from whichever device you own. So whether you want to watch a game on your TV or your laptop when you are at the office, the NBA League Pass has got you covered. 

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The NBA League Pass offers you two subscription options to explore depending on how much you are willing to spend. For starters, you can pay $14.99 a month for the regular subscription and $19.99 a month for the premium package. The beauty of the NBA League Pass is that you can watch up to 40 games per week live, as well as the finals and the playoffs. But the Premium package comes with the extra kick of allowing you to stream in more than one device at a time. The Premium package also provides in-area content during commercial breaks so that you can actually feel like you are watching the game in person!

NBA TV

The second option to explore when you want to watch NBA streams is NBA TV. NBA TV is an excellent streaming service, especially for viewers who want to watch NBA content 24/7. The website provides everything from NBA news, game analysis, interviews, and more. You can also watch legacy content from games you enjoyed in the past. If you want to relieve that magnificent 2015/2016 season when the Golden State Warriors won 73 and only lost 9, then the NBA TV option will cut it for you.

ESPN+

It is impossible to talk about sports without talking about ESPN. ESPN has provided sports fans with years of excellent sports content. That is why they have also jumped on the streaming services option. 

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The ESPN+ streaming service allows you to catch NBA games with up to 3 streaming devices at a time. The platform also allows you to save any content you might want to watch in the future with unlimited cloud DVR storage. That means you can still watch the playoffs even though you were unable to catch them live for any reason.

The most exciting option when it comes to ESPN+ is that you can upgrade your viewership to 4K content and enjoy your NBA games with crystal clear quality. ESPN+ is definitely worth every dollar you pay for it.

DirectTV

DirectTV is one of the legacy cable providers that have transitioned into the world of streaming. Because of their years of experience providing customers with exemplary content, it’s no surprise that their streaming service is also state of the art. DirectTV might be a little costly for some customers, but they make up for their price with great NBA content. They also give you access to regional NBA games, which you might miss out on in different other options.

Classic Streaming Platforms

Many companies in the US have made their names as streaming services for years now but also allow you to stream NBA content. Companies such as Hulu, Amazon Prime, and YouTube TV all have their fair share of stellar NBA games from their listed sports channels. If you are looking for a way to watch the NBA without having to pay extra aside from your regular subscriptions, then you can consider this option. That way, you will still enjoy the NBA without having to spend extra on a new service.

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Bottom Line

Catching NBA streams is a great way to watch NBA games when you are away from home, or you can’t watch the game in person. The streaming services we have highlighted above are certainly some of the best. But each of them has their own pros and cons. That is why you should take time to evaluate them and find one that works for you!

Thank you,

Glenda, Charlie and David Cates