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How to watch the 2026-27 NBA season on Prime Video

UPDATE: This article was originally published on August 13, 2025. It was updated on August 13, 2026, to reflect Prime Video's coverage of the 2026-27 NBA season.

Key takeaways

  • Prime Video streams 67 games during the regular season, including the Emirates NBA Cup Championship.
  • The New York Knicks, Los Angeles Lakers, San Antonio Spurs, and Philadelphia 76ers appear in 10 games each.
  • An alternative feed, Prime Vision, provides an above-the-rim camera angle with AI-powered insights and is available for select games during the regular season.
Prime Video is streaming 67 NBA regular-season and Emirates NBA Cup games during its second season of NBA action.
NBA on Prime tips off with a doubleheader on Friday, Oct. 23, as the reigning NBA champion New York Knicks face the Boston Celtics at 7 p.m. ET, followed by Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets taking on the San Antonio Spurs at 9:30 p.m. ET.
The season is packed with other marquee moments, including LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers versus the Knicks on October 30, Giannis Antetokounmpo's first game back in Milwaukee with the Miami Heat on January 28, and a special New Year's Eve NBA match between the Denver Nuggets and the Minnesota Timberwolves ahead of Thursday Night Football's season finale between the Baltimore Ravens and Cincinnati Bengals.

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The Emirates NBA Cup returns with five consecutive weeks of Group Play doubleheaders beginning October 30, culminating with the championship game on December 11.
Prime Video's postseason coverage includes exclusive coverage of the SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament in April, select first- and second-round playoff games, and-for the first time-an exclusive presentation of the Eastern Conference Finals in May.
Here's how to watch the NBA on Prime Video.

What 2026-27 NBA games are streaming on Prime Video?

Here are all the NBA games on Prime Video this season. All times are in ET.
  • Friday, October 23: New York Knicks at Boston Celtics-7 p.m.
  • Friday, October 23: Houston Rockets at San Antonio Spurs-9:30 p.m.
  • Friday, October 30: New York Knicks at Philadelphia 76ers-7:30 p.m.
  • Friday, October 30: Los Angeles Lakers at Golden State Warriors-10 p.m.
  • Friday, November 6: Philadelphia 76ers at Cleveland Cavaliers-7:30 p.m.
  • Friday, November 6: Portland Trail Blazers at Los Angeles Lakers-10 p.m.
  • Friday, November 13: New York Knicks at Indiana Pacers-7 p.m.
  • Friday, November 13: Golden State Warriors at San Antonio Spurs-9:30 p.m.
  • Friday, November 20: Toronto Raptors at Detroit Pistons-7:30 p.m.
  • Friday, November 20: Houston Rockets at Denver Nuggets-10 p.m.
  • Friday, November 27: Miami Heat at New York Knicks-7 p.m.
  • Friday, November 27: Los Angeles Lakers at San Antonio Spurs-9:30 p.m.
  • Friday, December 4 (Emirates NBA Cup knockout stage): TBD at TBD
  • Friday, December 4 (Emirates NBA Cup knockout stage): TBD at TBD
  • Saturday, December 5 (Emirates NBA Cup knockout stage): TBD at TBD
  • Saturday, December 5 (Emirates NBA Cup knockout stage): TBD at TBD
  • Tuesday, December 8 (Emirates NBA Cup knockout stage): TBD at TBD
  • Tuesday, December 8 (Emirates NBA Cup knockout stage): TBD at TBD
  • Friday, December 11 (Emirates NBA Cup championship game): TBD at TBD
  • Friday, December 18: Los Angeles Clippers at Miami Heat-7 p.m.
  • Wednesday, December 23: Houston Rockets at Philadelphia 76ers-7:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, December 23: Denver Nuggets at Los Angeles Lakers-10 p.m.
  • Thursday, December 31: Denver Nuggets at Minnesota Timberwolves-4 p.m.
  • Thursday, January 7: Minnesota Timberwolves at Toronto Raptors-7:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, January 7: Boston Celtics at Los Angeles Lakers-10 p.m.
  • Thursday, January 14 (Paris game): New Orleans Pelicans at San Antonio Spurs-2 p.m.
  • Sunday, January 17 (Manchester game): San Antonio Spurs at New Orleans Pelicans-10:30 a.m.
  • Thursday, January 21: Philadelphia 76ers at Boston Celtics-7:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, January 21: Los Angeles Lakers at Golden State Warriors-10 p.m.
  • Thursday, January 28: Atlanta Hawks at New York Knicks-7 p.m.
  • Thursday, January 28: Miami Heat at Milwaukee Bucks-9:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, February 4: Boston Celtics at Charlotte Hornets-7:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, February 4: Dallas Mavericks at Denver Nuggets-10 p.m.
  • Friday, February 5: Detroit Pistons at Philadelphia 76ers-7 p.m.
  • Friday, February 5: Indiana Pacers at Oklahoma City Thunder-9:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, February 6: Miami Heat at Minnesota Timberwolves-3 p.m.
  • Saturday, February 6: Portland Trail Blazers at Memphis Grizzlies-5:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, February 11: New York Knicks at Philadelphia 76ers-7 p.m.
  • Thursday, February 11: San Antonio Spurs at Oklahoma City Thunder-9:30 p.m.
  • Friday, February 12: Minnesota Timberwolves at Boston Celtics-8 p.m.
  • Saturday, February 13: Dallas Mavericks at Charlotte Hornets-3 p.m.
  • Saturday, February 13: Philadelphia 76ers at Oklahoma City Thunder-5:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, February 18: San Antonio Spurs at Minnesota Timberwolves-7:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, February 18: Houston Rockets at Los Angeles Lakers-10 p.m.
  • Thursday, February 25: Oklahoma City Thunder at New York Knicks-7:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, February 25: Dallas Mavericks at Golden State Warriors-10 p.m.
  • Saturday, February 27: Washington Wizards at Utah Jazz-3 p.m.
  • Saturday, February 27: Oklahoma City Thunder at Detroit Pistons-5:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, March 4: Los Angeles Lakers at Philadelphia 76ers-7 p.m.
  • Thursday, March 4: New York Knicks at Dallas Mavericks-9:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 6: Indiana Pacers at Miami Heat-3 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 6: Atlanta Hawks at Cleveland Cavaliers-5:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, March 11: Philadelphia 76ers at San Antonio Spurs-7:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, March 11: New York Knicks at Los Angeles Lakers-10 p.m.
  • Friday, March 12: Oklahoma City Thunder at Boston Celtics-7:30 p.m.
  • Friday, March 12: Golden State Warriors at Denver Nuggets-10 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 13: Orlando Magic at Atlanta Hawks-3 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 13: Indiana Pacers at Houston Rockets-5:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 27: San Antonio Spurs at Detroit Pistons-3 p.m.
  • Thursday, April 1: Boston Celtics at Cleveland Cavaliers-7 p.m.
  • Thursday, April 1: Los Angeles Lakers at Oklahoma City Thunder-9:30 p.m.
  • Friday, April 2: Golden State Warriors at Minnesota Timberwolves-7:30 p.m.
  • Friday, April 2: Denver Nuggets at Phoenix Suns-10 p.m.
  • Thursday, April 8: Philadelphia 76ers at Miami Heat-7 p.m.
  • Thursday, April 8: Golden State Warriors at Oklahoma City Thunder-9:30 p.m.
  • Friday, April 9: Detroit Pistons at New York Knicks-7 p.m.
  • Friday, April 9: Denver Nuggets at San Antonio Spurs-9:30 p.m.

How do I watch NBA games on Prime Video?

Streaming basketball on Prime Video is available on hundreds of compatible devices where Prime Video is available worldwide in English and Spanish.
Fans can watch the NBA online or by using the Prime Video app on a smartphone, tablet, set-top box, game console, or select smart TVs. Prime Video content can also be downloaded for offline viewing on iOS, Android, and Fire devices.
  1. Open the Prime Video app on your device. If you do not have the app, download it from the App Store or in the App section on your connected TV.
  2. Sign in to your Prime account. Not a Prime member? Sign up for a free 30-day trial.
  3. Find "NBA" on the homepage, in the search bar, Sports section, or "Live & Upcoming" carousel.
  4. Select that day's game.
  5. Press play.

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NBA League Pass, the NBA's subscription service for streaming live and on-demand games in the U.S. and internationally, is also available on Prime Video.
Prime Video is included with a Prime membership, which costs $14.99 a month or $139 a year. Amazon also offers discounted membership options providing the same benefits of a regular Prime membership at only 50% of the cost for young adults and qualifying government assistance recipients. Check your local Amazon website for pricing in your region.

What is included in 'NBA on Prime' broadcasts?

Wraparound coverage begins 30 minutes before every game night with NBA on Prime Pregame live from Amazon MGM Studios in Culver City, California, followed by The Half at halftime.
Each night will culminate with NBA Nightcap, a one-hour postgame show. Between doubleheaders, Prime will bridge games with The Crossover.

'NBA on Prime' broadcast features

Beyond the interactive suite of features offered throughout the year, NBA on Prime introduced the Prime Vision alternate feed during the 2025-26 season, along with AI-powered proprietary broadcast enhancements called Prime Insights.
A staple of Thursday Night Football's weekly coverage since 2022, Prime Vision is a next-generation viewing experience that provides distinctive viewpoints from an above-the-rim primary camera angle, alongside AI-powered innovations, on-screen graphic overlays, advanced stats, and more.
Prime Vision is available for select NBA on Prime games, featuring Prime Insights:
  • Identifying when an offensive player has a mismatch and is in an advantageous scoring position.
  • Delivering real-time, advanced stats throughout the game, including catch-and-shoot and off-dribble three-point percentage, dribbles per shot, pace across halfcourt, and more.
These innovations-developed through a unique collaboration between Prime Video producers, engineers, on-air analysts, AI and computer vision experts-are enabled by AWS's industry-leading AI capabilities and infrastructure. They enhance Prime Video's coverage across the NFL, NASCAR, UEFA Champions League soccer, and the Masters. Prime Insights highlight key athletes, illuminate hidden aspects of the game, forecast pivotal moments, and bring fans closer to the sports they love.

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What else can I watch on Prime Video?

You can stream even more live sports on Prime Video, including the NFL, WNBA, and NWSL. Prime Video also offers thousands of movies, series, and documentaries.
Members can also stream programming from partners such as Apple TV, HBO Max, Crunchyroll, Peacock Premium Plus, FOX One, DAZN, and MGM+ via subscriptions on Prime Video, as well as more than 900 free ad-supported television (FAST) channels.
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