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You can watch the 2026 NBA All-Star Game on NBC or via several legal streaming services that carry NBC, plus Peacock for direct streaming.

How to Watch the All-Star Game (2026 Guide)

Basic viewing options

  • Traditional TV (cable/satellite/antenna)
    • The 2026 NBA All-Star Game is airing nationally on NBC on Sunday, February 15, from 5 p.m. ET at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.
* If you have a basic cable or satellite package that includes NBC, just tune in at game time.

* You can also use a **digital over-the-air antenna** to pick up your local NBC station for free if you’re in range.
  • Peacock (direct stream)
    • The game is streaming live on Peacock , NBC’s official streaming service.
* You’ll need a **Peacock Premium** subscription (around 10–11 USD/month) to watch the full game and related events like All-Star Saturday Night and Rising Stars.

Streaming if you don’t have cable

Cord-cutters have multiple ways to stream NBC (and thus the All-Star Game) legally.

Popular choices:

  1. DirecTV streaming
    • Offers NBC in its live TV packages, with promotional pricing for the first months and a free 5‑day trial in some offers.
 * You can sign up just before the game, stream NBC to watch the All-Star Game, then decide whether to keep or cancel after the trial.
  1. Hulu + Live TV
    • Includes NBC plus 95+ channels, and bundles in Hulu’s on‑demand library, Disney+, and ESPN content.
 * Also carries **NBA All-Star Saturday** coverage on NBC.
  1. YouTube TV / Sling TV and others
    • Services such as YouTube TV and Sling TV carry NBC in many markets, letting you stream the game on smart TVs, phones, tablets, or laptops.
 * Check their channel lookup tools with your ZIP/postal code to confirm NBC is available in your area.

Tip: If you just want the cheapest legal way , compare Peacock Premium versus a free-trial live-TV package. Peacock is usually the simplest if it’s available in your country.

All-Star Weekend schedule flavor

If you’re trying to catch more than just the game itself, here’s how the weekend lines up around the main event.

  • Saturday, Feb. 14
    • All-Star Saturday Night events (skills, 3‑point, dunk contest) are on NBC and Peacock from the Intuit Dome.
* Media day and the commissioner’s press conference run earlier on **NBA TV**.
  • Sunday, Feb. 15
    • The 75th NBA All-Star Game tips at 5 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock.
* Other events that day include the **G League “Up Next” Game** and awards programming on NBA TV and the NBA’s FAST channel.

Some coverage and highlights also appear on the NBA app and NBA social channels, which are great if you’re on the move or can’t sit for the whole game.

Practical setup tips (so you don’t miss tip-off)

  • Test your stream or channel early
    • Open Peacock or your live TV app 15–30 minutes before tip‑off and confirm NBC or the dedicated All-Star tile loads fine.
* If using an antenna, scan for channels in advance and verify your NBC station is clear.
  • Check your internet and devices
    • Make sure your internet connection is stable enough for HD streaming and that your smart TV, streaming stick, or console is logged into your chosen service.
* Do a short “test stream” with another live channel or sports event earlier in the day.
  • Follow along on social and apps
    • The NBA app plus NBA’s Twitter/Instagram/Facebook will post highlights, mini-clips, and live updates throughout All-Star Weekend if you can’t watch the whole broadcast.

Quick HTML table: Main ways to watch

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      <th>Option</th>
      <th>How you watch</th>
      <th>Needs subscription?</th>
      <th>All-Star Game coverage</th>
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  <tbody>
    <tr>
      <td>NBC (cable/satellite)</td>
      <td>Tune to local NBC channel at 5 p.m. ET</td>
      <td>Yes, TV package with NBC</td>
      <td>Full game live on NBC</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>NBC (antenna)</td>
      <td>Use over-the-air antenna for local NBC</td>
      <td>No (antenna only)</td>
      <td>Full game live if you get NBC signal</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Peacock</td>
      <td>Stream via Peacock app/site</td>
      <td>Yes, Peacock Premium</td>
      <td>Game + All-Star Saturday + Rising Stars</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>DirecTV streaming</td>
      <td>Live TV app with NBC channel</td>
      <td>Yes (often with free trial)</td>
      <td>Game via NBC live stream</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Hulu + Live TV</td>
      <td>Live TV section including NBC</td>
      <td>Yes</td>
      <td>Game and All-Star Saturday on NBC</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>YouTube TV / Sling TV</td>
      <td>Live TV channel lineup (where NBC available)</td>
      <td>Yes</td>
      <td>Game via NBC channel</td>
    </tr>
  </tbody>
</table>

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