How to Watch the Washington Wizards on DIRECTV in 2026-27
Most Wizards games in 2026-27 air on Monumental Sports Network, a regional sports network that DIRECTV includes starting with the CHOICE package where it is carried in your ZIP code. National games air on ESPN, NBA TV, ABC, NBC, Prime Video and Peacock.
Where Wizards games air in 2026-27
| Local TV home | What you need on DIRECTV |
|---|---|
| Monumental Sports Network | Regional sports network: CHOICE or higher, where DIRECTV carries it in your ZIP code |
Confirm the regional network, selected package, ZIP eligibility and full current price, including required fees, before ordering. See our DIRECTV packages guide.
Wizards games on national TV
Exclusive national games use their national outlet. NBA TV games may also air on the local outlet and can be subject to local blackouts. On DIRECTV, ESPN is channel 206, ESPN2 is 209 and NBA TV is 216 (CHOICE and higher). ABC and NBC games are on your local stations. Prime Video and Peacock games stream in those apps on DIRECTV Gemini devices with separate subscriptions. Some Peacock games also air on NBCSN; confirm provider carriage.
Upcoming national games: Oct. 30–Nov. 8, 2026
None of the Wizards games from Oct. 30 through Nov. 8 are on national TV, so they air on the team's local outlet above, or on League Pass outside the home market.
All times are Eastern. Daylight saving time ends Nov. 1. Confirm listings in your DIRECTV guide before tip-off. For the full league schedule, see our NBA on DIRECTV guide.
NBA League Pass on DIRECTV
NBA League Pass provides eligible out-of-market regular-season games, subject to local and national blackouts. Satellite customers add NBA League Pass, and DIRECTV streaming customers add League Pass Premium. Games involving your local team and exclusive national games are blacked out. Check current prices in your DIRECTV account.
Key 2026-27 dates
- The regular season runs from Oct. 20, 2026, to April 11, 2027.
- The NBA Cup championship is Dec. 11 in Indianapolis on Prime Video.
- All-Star Weekend is Feb. 19–21, 2027, in Phoenix on NBC and Peacock.
- The 2027 NBA Finals air on ABC.
Frequently asked questions
What channel are the Washington Wizards on DIRECTV?
Monumental Sports Network, included with CHOICE or higher where DIRECTV carries it in your ZIP code.
Can I watch Wizards games without cable on DIRECTV?
Yes. National channels depend on your selected DIRECTV streaming plan; eligible local and regional channels depend on your ZIP code.
Do I need NBA League Pass to watch the Wizards?
Only if you live outside the team's home market. Local games are blacked out on League Pass.
When does the 2026-27 NBA regular season end?
Sunday, April 11, 2027. The NBA Finals air on ABC.
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Details reviewed October 30, 2026. Channel lineups, local TV homes and schedules can change and vary by ZIP code. DIRECTV and related marks belong to their respective owners. AmericanTV.com is an independent dealer and resource site.