NBC and Peacock are back as a national home for the NBA in 2026-27 with about 100 regular-season games. Peacock streams every NBCUniversal NBA game, and NBC broadcasts a portion of them. Here are the weekly windows, the marquee dates and how to watch on NBC and Peacock this season.
Quick Facts
- Package: about 100 regular-season games on NBC and Peacock
- Streaming: Peacock streams every NBC/NBCU NBA game
- Weekly windows: Peacock NBA Monday, NBC/Peacock Tuesday doubleheaders, Sunday Night Basketball
- Marquee: Holiday Hoops (Dec 21 to 29), MLK Day and Presidents Day quadrupleheaders, 2027 All-Star Weekend in Phoenix
- Opening night (Oct 20): NBC and Peacock tripleheader
NBC and Peacock weekly windows (2026-27)
| Window | Dates | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Season-opening tripleheader | Tue, Oct 20 | Celtics-Pistons, 76ers-Knicks, Thunder-Spurs |
| Peacock NBA Monday | Oct 26 to Apr 5 | Up to two games a night; also on NBC Sports Network |
| Tuesday doubleheaders | From Oct 27 | NBC and Peacock |
| Holiday Hoops | Dec 21 to 29 | Seven games, six on NBC/Peacock |
| Sunday Night Basketball | Jan 24 to Apr 4 | Off Feb 14 and 21 |
| MLK Day and Presidents Day | January and February | Quadrupleheaders |
| 2027 All-Star Weekend | Feb 19 to 21, Phoenix | All-Star Saturday Night and the All-Star Game |
How to watch NBC and Peacock games
Every NBA game on the NBCUniversal side streams on Peacock, and NBC carries a portion on broadcast TV. If you do not have cable, a Peacock subscription is all you need for the full NBC and Peacock slate, including opening night, Sunday Night Basketball and 2027 All-Star Weekend in Phoenix. For the games that land on NBC Sports Network, your TV provider or Peacock will carry them.
The rest of the national schedule
NBC and Peacock are one of three national homes this season. For the full picture, including ESPN, ABC and Amazon Prime Video, see Where to Watch the NBA in 2026-27 and the NBA National TV Schedule. For tonight, check NBA on TV Today, and follow the race on the NBA standings.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many NBA games are on NBC and Peacock in 2026-27?
About 100 regular-season games, plus 2027 All-Star Weekend and playoff coverage.
Does Peacock stream every NBC NBA game?
Yes. Peacock streams every NBCUniversal NBA game, and NBC broadcasts a portion of them on TV.
What is the NBC NBA weekly schedule?
Peacock NBA Monday, NBC and Peacock Tuesday doubleheaders, and Sunday Night Basketball from Jan 24 to Apr 4.
Can I watch NBC NBA games without cable?
Yes. A Peacock subscription streams the full NBC and Peacock slate.
