Cue up “Roundball Rock” — the NBA is back on NBC.
For the first time in more than two decades, NBC Sports will have live NBA coverage, airing 100 regular-season games during the 2025-26 campaign. And for the first time ever, games will be available to stream on Peacock.
In anticipation of the NBA’s return, NBC Sports landed some of the most talented announcers, analysts and reporters in the industry, only adding to the excitement surrounding the company’s broadcasts.
Here is everything you need to know about watching NBA games on NBC and Peacock throughout the 2025-26 season.
How to watch the NBA on NBC and Peacock
- TV channel: NBC
- Live stream: Peacock
NBA games will air on NBC during the 2025-26 regular season and playoffs. Every game presented by NBC Sports will also be available to stream on Peacock.
In addition to live coverage, basketball fans can watch game replays and highlight packages on Peacock.
NBA on NBC and Peacock schedule for 2025-26 season
- Dates: Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays
NBC and Peacock will primarily cover games on Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays during the 2025-26 regular season. “NBA Showtime,” hosted by either Ahmed Fareed or Maria Taylor, will serve as NBC Sports’ main pregame and postgame show.
| Day | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|
| Sunday | NBC, Peacock |
| Monday | Peacock |
| Tuesday | NBC, Peacock |
NBC and Peacock will also be the home of several major events on the NBA calendar, including the NBA All-Star Game, NBA Mexico City Game and Western Conference Finals.
Peacock subscription plans, prices
Peacock offers two basic plans. Here is a breakdown of each plan:
Premium ($10.99 per month, $109.99 per year)
- Stream movies, TV shows and live sports
- Current NBC and Bravo shows
- Includes ads
Premium Plus ($16.99 per month, $169.99 per year)
- Everything included in Premium plan
- Ad-free experience (limited exclusions)
- Download and watch content offline
NBA on NBC and Peacock announcers, analysts for live games, studio shows
Here is NBC’s full roster for the 2025-26 NBA season:
Play-by-play announcers
- Noah Eagle
- Terry Gannon
- Michael Grady
- Mike Tirico
Game analysts
- Jamal Crawford
- Brad Daugherty
- Derek Fisher
- Grant Hill
- Robbie Hummel
- Reggie Miller
- Austin Rivers
- Brian Scalabrine
Sideline reporters/insiders
- Jordan Cornette
- Grant Liffmann
- Chris Mannix
- Ashley ShahAhmadi
- Zora Stephenson
Special contributor
Studio hosts
Studio analysts
- Carmelo Anthony
- Vince Carter
- Tracy McGrady
