NBA Games on Prime Video 2026-27: Schedule, Cost & How to Watch
NBA games on Prime Video return for a second season on Friday, October 23, 2026. Amazon streams 67 regular season and Emirates NBA Cup games in 2026-27, plus the Play-In Tournament, select playoff games and the exclusive Eastern Conference Finals. You need an Amazon Prime membership, and no cable.
This guide covers the full Prime Video NBA schedule, what it costs, how to watch and which games matter most. All times are Eastern Time (ET).
NBA on Prime Video 2026-27 at a Glance
| Opening night | Fri, Oct 23, 2026 (Knicks @ Celtics, Rockets @ Spurs) |
| Regular season and NBA Cup games | 67 |
| Main game nights | Thursday and Friday, plus select Saturday afternoons |
| NBA Cup | 5 weeks of group play, all quarterfinals, semifinals and the final (Dec 11) |
| Postseason | Play-In Tournament, select first and second round games, Eastern Conference Finals |
| Cost | Included with Prime ($14.99/month or $139/year) |
| Languages | English and Spanish |
The Knicks, 76ers, Spurs and Lakers lead the slate with 10 appearances each. The Thunder appear eight times.
Full Schedule of NBA Games on Prime Video 2026-27
Here is every announced game. Away team is listed first. NBA Cup knockout matchups are set once group play ends.
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | Knicks @ Celtics | 7:00 PM | Opening week |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Rockets @ Spurs | 9:30 PM | In Austin, TX |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Knicks @ 76ers | 7:30 PM | NBA Cup group play |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Lakers @ Warriors | 10:00 PM | NBA Cup group play |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 76ers @ Cavaliers | 7:30 PM | NBA Cup group play |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Trail Blazers @ Lakers | 10:00 PM | NBA Cup group play |
| Fri, Nov 13 | Knicks @ Pacers | 7:00 PM | NBA Cup group play |
| Fri, Nov 13 | Warriors @ Spurs | 9:30 PM | NBA Cup group play |
| Fri, Nov 20 | Raptors @ Pistons | 7:30 PM | NBA Cup group play |
| Fri, Nov 20 | Rockets @ Nuggets | 10:00 PM | NBA Cup group play |
| Fri, Nov 27 | Heat @ Knicks | 7:00 PM | Black Friday, NBA Cup |
| Fri, Nov 27 | Lakers @ Spurs | 9:30 PM | Black Friday, NBA Cup |
| Fri, Dec 4 | TBD | TBD | NBA Cup quarterfinals |
| Sat, Dec 5 | TBD | TBD | NBA Cup quarterfinals |
| Tue, Dec 8 | TBD | TBD | NBA Cup semifinals |
| Fri, Dec 11 | TBD | TBD | NBA Cup championship |
| Fri, Dec 18 | Clippers @ Heat | 7:00 PM | Regular season |
| Wed, Dec 23 | Rockets @ 76ers | 7:30 PM | Regular season |
| Wed, Dec 23 | Nuggets @ Lakers | 10:00 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Dec 31 | Nuggets @ Timberwolves | 4:00 PM | New Year’s Eve |
| Thu, Jan 7 | Timberwolves @ Raptors | 7:30 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Jan 7 | Celtics @ Lakers | 10:00 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Jan 14 | Pelicans @ Spurs | 2:00 PM | NBA Paris Game |
| Sun, Jan 17 | Spurs @ Pelicans | 10:30 AM | NBA Manchester Game |
| Thu, Jan 21 | 76ers @ Celtics | 7:30 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Jan 21 | Lakers @ Warriors | 10:00 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Jan 28 | Hawks @ Knicks | 7:00 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Jan 28 | Heat @ Bucks | 9:30 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Feb 4 | Celtics @ Hornets | 7:30 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Feb 4 | Mavericks @ Nuggets | 10:00 PM | Regular season |
| Fri, Feb 5 | Pistons @ 76ers | 7:00 PM | Regular season |
| Fri, Feb 5 | Pacers @ Thunder | 9:30 PM | Regular season |
| Sat, Feb 6 | Heat @ Timberwolves | 3:00 PM | Regular season |
| Sat, Feb 6 | Trail Blazers @ Grizzlies | 5:30 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Feb 11 | Knicks @ 76ers | 7:00 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Feb 11 | Spurs @ Thunder | 9:30 PM | Regular season |
| Fri, Feb 12 | Timberwolves @ Celtics | 8:00 PM | Regular season |
| Sat, Feb 13 | Mavericks @ Hornets | 3:00 PM | Regular season |
| Sat, Feb 13 | 76ers @ Thunder | 5:30 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Feb 18 | Spurs @ Timberwolves | 7:30 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Feb 18 | Rockets @ Lakers | 10:00 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Feb 25 | Thunder @ Knicks | 7:30 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Feb 25 | Mavericks @ Warriors | 10:00 PM | Regular season |
| Sat, Feb 27 | Wizards @ Jazz | 3:00 PM | Regular season |
| Sat, Feb 27 | Thunder @ Pistons | 5:30 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Mar 4 | Lakers @ 76ers | 7:00 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Mar 4 | Knicks @ Mavericks | 9:30 PM | Regular season |
| Sat, Mar 6 | Pacers @ Heat | 3:00 PM | Regular season |
| Sat, Mar 6 | Hawks @ Cavaliers | 5:30 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Mar 11 | 76ers @ Spurs | 7:30 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Mar 11 | Knicks @ Lakers | 10:00 PM | Regular season |
| Fri, Mar 12 | Thunder @ Celtics | 7:30 PM | Regular season |
| Fri, Mar 12 | Warriors @ Nuggets | 10:00 PM | Regular season |
| Sat, Mar 13 | Magic @ Hawks | 3:00 PM | Regular season |
| Sat, Mar 13 | Pacers @ Rockets | 5:30 PM | Regular season |
| Sat, Mar 27 | Spurs @ Pistons | 3:00 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Apr 1 | Celtics @ Cavaliers | 7:00 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Apr 1 | Lakers @ Thunder | 9:30 PM | Regular season |
| Fri, Apr 2 | Warriors @ Timberwolves | 7:30 PM | Regular season |
| Fri, Apr 2 | Nuggets @ Suns | 10:00 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Apr 8 | 76ers @ Heat | 7:00 PM | Regular season |
| Thu, Apr 8 | Warriors @ Thunder | 9:30 PM | Regular season |
| Fri, Apr 9 | Pistons @ Knicks | 7:00 PM | Regular season |
| Fri, Apr 9 | Nuggets @ Spurs | 9:30 PM | Regular season |
Schedules can shift for flex changes. Check the full NBA schedule or your team page, such as the 76ers schedule, before tip off.
Prime Video NBA Postseason Coverage
- SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament (April 2027): Prime streams six games across three nights. Here is how the Play-In bracket works.
- First Round and Conference Semifinals: Select games, with matchups set after the regular season.
- Eastern Conference Finals: Prime has the 2027 East Finals exclusively. ESPN/ABC and NBC handle the other series.
- NBA Finals: Not on Prime. The Finals stay on ABC.
How Much Do NBA Games on Prime Video Cost?
There is no separate NBA fee. Every game streams with a standard Prime membership. Here are the current US prices.
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon Prime | $14.99/month or $139/year | Prime Video, shipping and all Prime perks |
| Prime Video only | $8.99/month | Video streaming without shipping perks |
| Prime Student | $7.49/month or $69/year | For verified college students |
| Prime Access | $6.99/month | For qualifying government assistance recipients |
| Prime Video Ultra (add-on) | $4.99/month or $45.99/year | Ad-free on demand, 4K, five streams |
Prime Video Ultra replaced the old $2.99 ad-free upgrade in April 2026. Ultra removes most ads, but live sports such as NBA games may still show commercials.
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How to Watch NBA Games on Prime Video
- Sign up: Join Amazon Prime or start the 30-day free trial.
- Get the app: Download Prime Video on your TV or device, or go to primevideo.com.
- Find the game: Open the Sports tab or search “NBA”. Live games sit at the top of the home screen on game nights.
- Pick your feed: Choose the main broadcast, the Spanish feed or Prime Vision, an alternate stream with an above the rim camera.
Supported devices: Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV, Google TV, Samsung, LG and Vizio smart TVs, PlayStation, Xbox, iPhone, Android, tablets and web browsers.
Missed a game? Full replays and highlights are posted in the app shortly after the final buzzer.
Prime Video NBA Features and Studio Shows
- NBA on Prime Pregame: Live from Amazon MGM Studios in Culver City, California.
- The Half: Halftime analysis during each game.
- The Crossover: Bridges both games on doubleheader nights.
- NBA Nightcap: A one hour postgame show.
- Prime Insights: AI powered stats on screen, such as mismatch alerts and advanced stats.
Prime’s NBA crew is led by play by play voices Ian Eagle, Kevin Harlan, Michael Grady and Eric Collins, with analysts Stan Van Gundy, Brent Barry, Jim Jackson and Dell Curry. Taylor Rooks hosts the studio show with Blake Griffin, Dirk Nowitzki and Udonis Haslem among the regular analysts.
Prime Video vs Other NBA TV Partners
| Partner | What It Airs | How to Stream |
|---|---|---|
| Prime Video | 67 games, NBA Cup knockouts, Play-In, East Finals | Prime membership |
| ESPN / ABC | Weeknight games, Christmas Day, NBA Finals | ESPN app or live TV service |
| NBC / Peacock | Tuesday, Sunday and Monday night games | Peacock or NBC |
| NBA League Pass | Out of market games | NBA app or Prime Video Channels |
Want more than national games? You can add NBA League Pass as a Prime Video Channel. Local blackouts still apply. Our NBA live stream guide covers every option without cable.
Final Word on NBA Games on Prime Video
NBA games on Prime Video give fans 67 national matchups, the NBA Cup knockout rounds and the Eastern Conference Finals for the price of a regular Prime plan. Mark the Thursday and Friday doubleheaders, grab the free trial before opening night on October 23, and you are set for the 2026-27 season.
NBA Games on Prime Video FAQs
When do NBA games on Prime Video start in 2026-27?
Prime Video opens its second NBA season on Friday, October 23, 2026, with Knicks @ Celtics at 7 PM ET and Rockets @ Spurs in Austin at 9:30 PM ET.
How many NBA games are on Prime Video this season?
Prime Video streams 67 regular season and Emirates NBA Cup games in 2026-27. It also has the Play-In Tournament, select playoff games and the Eastern Conference Finals.
What nights are NBA games on Prime Video?
Most games air on Thursday and Friday nights, often as doubleheaders. Prime also has select Saturday afternoon games, mostly in February and March.
Do I need Amazon Prime to watch NBA games on Prime Video?
Yes. Games are included with Amazon Prime ($14.99/month or $139/year) or the standalone Prime Video plan ($8.99/month). There is no extra NBA fee.
Is there a free trial for Prime Video NBA games?
Yes. New members get a 30-day Prime free trial, which includes live NBA games. Students can get a six-month Prime Student trial.
Does Prime Video show the NBA Cup final?
Yes. Prime Video has the NBA Cup quarterfinals, semifinals and the championship game on Friday, December 11, 2026.
Are NBA playoff games on Prime Video?
Yes. Prime streams the Play-In Tournament, select first and second round games and the 2027 Eastern Conference Finals. The NBA Finals air on ABC.
Are NBA games on Prime Video ad-free with Ultra?
Not fully. Prime Video Ultra ($4.99/month) removes ads from most shows and movies, but live sports such as NBA games may still include ads.
