Does Philo Have Local Sports or Regional Sports Networks?
No. Philo doesn’t carry any regional sports networks, and it doesn’t carry local ABC, CBS, FOX or NBC stations either. It also leaves out ESPN, FS1 and most other sports channels. That’s true on both of Philo’s paid plans as of October 20, 2026: Essential at $25 a month and Bundle+ at $33 a month. If you want your local team’s games, Philo alone won’t get you there.
Philo keeps its price low by building its lineup around entertainment, lifestyle and news-light cable networks and skipping the expensive sports and broadcast channels. Here’s what that means in practice, and how it compares with DIRECTV for local sports.
Philo plans and sports coverage, checked October 20, 2026
| Philo plan | Price | Regional sports networks | Local ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC | ESPN / FS1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | No | No | No |
| Essential (70+ live channels) | $25/mo. | No | No | No |
| Bundle+ (adds AMC+, HBO Max Basic With Ads, discovery+) | $33/mo. | No | No | No |
Philo.com prices for direct purchases as of October 20, 2026. Prices through third-party billing can differ. Essential includes a 7-day free trial; Bundle+ does not.
Can you watch any sports on Philo?
Very little live sports. Philo’s lineup doesn’t include the networks that carry most pro and college games. The one route to live sports through Philo is indirect: Bundle+ includes HBO Max Basic With Ads, and HBO Max streams some live sports in its own app. That won’t cover your local NBA, NHL or MLB team’s regional games, which air on a regional sports network or local broadcast stations.
Philo itself suggests an antenna for local channels. In many markets an antenna picks up ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC for free, which covers national games on those networks and teams that moved to free local stations. It won’t pick up a cable regional sports network like MSG or NBC Sports Philadelphia.
Where your local team airs now
Local sports TV changed a lot in 2026. FanDuel Sports Network shut down after the 2025–26 NBA regular season, so many of its teams moved to free local broadcast stations, team apps or DAZN. Other teams stayed on regional sports networks such as NBC Sports Boston, YES Network, MSG, Chicago Sports Network, Altitude Sports, NBC Sports Bay Area, Space City Home Network, Spectrum SportsNet and NBC Sports Philadelphia. Which one your team uses decides what you need:
- If your team is on a regional sports network, you need a provider that carries that network. Philo doesn’t carry any.
- If your team moved to a local broadcast station, an antenna or a provider with local channels will work. Philo doesn’t carry locals.
- If your team streams on DAZN or a team app, that’s a separate subscription whichever TV service you use.
For the full team-by-team picture in basketball, see our NBA on DIRECTV guide.
How DIRECTV covers local sports
DIRECTV carries regional sports networks starting with the CHOICE package, or with the MySports Genre Pack plus the MyHome Team add-on, where the network is available in your ZIP code. Local ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC stations are included where DIRECTV carries them in your market. National sports channels are there too, including ESPN on channel 206, ESPN2 on 209 and NBA TV on 216.
| DIRECTV option | Regular price | Regional sports network | Local ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC |
|---|---|---|---|
| MySports Genre Pack | $64.99/mo. | No | Yes, in select markets |
| MySports + MyHome Team | $84.98/mo. | Yes, where carried in your ZIP code | Yes, in select markets |
| CHOICE package | $94.99/mo. | Yes, where carried in your ZIP code | Yes, where available |
| ULTIMATE package | $124.99/mo. | Yes, where carried in your ZIP code | Yes, where available |
DIRECTV list prices from directv.com as of October 20, 2026, before taxes and fees. CHOICE and higher add a Regional Sports Fee of up to $19.99/mo. depending on ZIP code. First-month promotions are lower and change often.
Want to know whether your team’s network is carried at your address? We can check by ZIP code. Call 1-855-690-9884.
Philo vs DIRECTV for a sports fan: the monthly math
Philo Essential plus a one-time antenna purchase is the cheapest way to get entertainment cable channels and free local stations, but it leaves out ESPN and every regional sports network. MySports at $64.99 adds ESPN, ESPN2 and NBA TV; adding MyHome Team for your regional network brings it to $84.98. Some households keep Philo for entertainment and add a sports package elsewhere; at that point it’s worth comparing a single DIRECTV package against two bills. Our DIRECTV vs Philo comparison covers the entertainment side in more detail.
Not sure which setup costs less for your team and your channels? Call 1-855-690-9884.
Frequently asked questions
Does Philo have regional sports networks?
No. As of October 20, 2026, Philo doesn’t carry any regional sports networks on its Free, Essential ($25/mo.) or Bundle+ ($33/mo.) plans.
Does Philo have local channels?
No. Philo doesn’t carry local ABC, CBS, FOX or NBC stations. Philo recommends an over-the-air antenna for local channels.
Does Philo have ESPN?
No. ESPN, ESPN2 and FS1 aren’t part of Philo’s lineup.
How can I watch my local team if I have Philo?
If your team is on free local TV, use an antenna. If it’s on a regional sports network, you need a provider that carries that network, such as DIRECTV with CHOICE or higher, where available in your ZIP code.
Details reviewed October 20, 2026 (ET). Philo prices and plan details from Philo.com and Philo Help; DIRECTV prices from directv.com as of October 20, 2026. Prices, channels and availability change; confirm for your address. Philo and DIRECTV marks belong to their owners. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site.