How to Watch Duke Men's Basketball on DIRECTV
By American TV editorial team |
Duke's 2026-27 regular season starts at home against Army on Monday, Nov. 2, at 6:30 p.m. ET on ESPNU, which is DIRECTV channel 208. The Blue Devils finished the preseason with a 90-84 exhibition win at Kansas on Oct. 25. Most Duke games are on ESPN, ESPN2 or ACC Network, so check ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU and ACC Network in your package, plus your local CBS, ABC and CW availability. Three games require a separate Prime Video subscription.
Duke men's basketball 2026-27 TV schedule
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | Network | DIRECTV channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon., Nov. 2 | vs. Army | 6:30 p.m. | ESPNU | 208 |
| Thu., Nov. 5 | vs. Coastal Carolina | 8 p.m. | ACC Network | 612 |
| Tue., Nov. 10 | vs. Michigan State (Champions Classic, Chicago) | 7 p.m. | ESPN | 206 |
| Fri., Nov. 13 | vs. SIU Edwardsville | 8 p.m. | The CW | Local CW station |
| Tue., Nov. 17 | vs. Illinois | 7 p.m. | ESPN | 206 |
| Sat., Nov. 21 | vs. Washington State (Palm Desert, Calif.) | 11 p.m. | ESPN2 | 209 |
| Wed., Nov. 25 | vs. UConn (Las Vegas) | 7 p.m. | Prime Video | Prime Video app (not a DIRECTV channel) |
| Tue., Dec. 1 | at Florida (ACC/SEC Challenge) | 9:30 p.m. | ESPN | 206 |
| Fri., Dec. 4 | vs. Harvard | 7 p.m. | ESPN2 | 209 |
| Tue., Dec. 8 | vs. Georgia (Jimmy V Classic, New York) | 9 p.m. | ESPN | 206 |
| Tue., Dec. 15 | vs. Campbell | 7 p.m. | ACC Network | 612 |
| Thu., Dec. 17 | vs. Grambling State | 8 p.m. | ACC Network | 612 |
| Mon., Dec. 21 | vs. Texas Tech (New York) | 7 p.m. | Prime Video | Prime Video app (not a DIRECTV channel) |
| Wed., Dec. 30 | at Georgia Tech* | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN | 206 |
| Sat., Jan. 2 | vs. California* | 2:15 p.m. | The CW | Local CW station |
| Tue., Jan. 5 | at Syracuse* | 7 p.m. | ESPN or ESPN2 | 206 or 209 |
| Sat., Jan. 9 | vs. Pitt* | 2 p.m. | CBS | Local CBS station |
| Wed., Jan. 13 | vs. Stanford* | 9 p.m. | ACC Network | 612 |
| Sat., Jan. 16 | at Boston College* | 7 p.m. | ACC Network | 612 |
| Wed., Jan. 20 | at Wake Forest* | 9 p.m. | ACC Network | 612 |
| Sat., Jan. 23 | vs. Notre Dame* | 2:15 p.m. | The CW | Local CW station |
| Sat., Jan. 30 | at Clemson* | 4 or 4:30 p.m. | ESPN or ESPN2 | 206 or 209 |
| Mon., Feb. 1 | vs. Miami* | 7 p.m. | ESPN | 206 |
| Sat., Feb. 6 | at Virginia* | 6 or 6:30 p.m. | ESPN | 206 |
| Tue., Feb. 9 | at SMU* | 9 p.m. | ESPN | 206 |
| Sat., Feb. 13 | vs. North Carolina* | 5:30 p.m. | ABC | Local ABC station |
| Tue., Feb. 16 | vs. Florida State* | 7 p.m. | ESPN or ESPN2 | 206 or 209 |
| Sat., Feb. 20 | vs. Gonzaga (Detroit) | 8 p.m. | Prime Video | Prime Video app (not a DIRECTV channel) |
| Wed., Feb. 24 | at Louisville* | 7 p.m. | ESPN | 206 |
| Sat., Feb. 27 | vs. NC State* | Noon | ESPN | 206 |
| Mon., Mar. 1 | vs. Virginia* | 7 p.m. | ESPN | 206 |
| Sat., Mar. 6 | at North Carolina* | 6 or 6:30 p.m. | ESPN | 206 |
| Mar. 9–13 | ACC Tournament (Greensboro, N.C.) | TBA | TBA | TBA |
* ACC game. The schedule and networks are from Duke Athletics as of October 26, 2026. Some ACC games are listed as ESPN or ESPN2 with a time window, and the network and exact tip time will be set closer to the game. ACC Tournament times and networks haven't been announced.
DIRECTV channel numbers for Duke games
| Network | DIRECTV channel | Packages |
|---|---|---|
| ESPN | 206 | All Signature packages |
| ESPN2 | 209 | All Signature packages |
| ESPNU | 208 | CHOICE, ULTIMATE, PREMIER |
| ACC Network | 612 | CHOICE, ULTIMATE, PREMIER |
| CBS, ABC, The CW | Local station | Varies by market |
DIRECTV lists these numbers for its Signature packages; confirm your subscribed lineup before the game. Local channel numbers depend on your ZIP code, so check your guide for CBS, ABC and The CW.
Which DIRECTV package has ACC Network?
ACC Network and ESPNU come with the CHOICE, ULTIMATE and PREMIER packages. They aren't in ENTERTAINMENT. If you have ENTERTAINMENT, the DIRECTV Sports Pack adds ACC Network, ESPNU and other sports channels for $14.99 a month. Six Duke games so far are on ACC Network and the opener is on ESPNU, so you'll want one of those options. Our ACC Network on DIRECTV guide has more on the channel.
Watching Duke outside North Carolina
ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU and ACC Network are national channels, so Duke games on them air in every market on the same DIRECTV channel. CBS, ABC and The CW games air on your local affiliate wherever you live. Three games, against UConn, Texas Tech and Gonzaga, are on Prime Video, which needs a Prime Video subscription rather than a DIRECTV channel.
To stream games away from your TV, sign in to the DIRECTV app with your account. Channels you get at home, including ESPN and ACC Network, can be watched on a phone, tablet or streaming device, though some channels and local stations may vary by location.
For ESPN details, see our ESPN on DIRECTV guide. For the rest of the season across all conferences, see how to watch the 2026-27 college basketball season on DIRECTV, and for the rivalry, how to watch North Carolina vs. Duke.
Need help choosing a DIRECTV package for Duke basketball? Check DIRECTV options at your address or call 1-855-690-9884.
Schedule and channel details reviewed October 26, 2026. Game times and networks can change, and local channel numbers vary by market; check your guide. Duke, ACC, DIRECTV, ESPN, CBS, ABC, The CW, Prime Video and related marks belong to their respective owners. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site.