How to Watch Warriors vs. Nuggets on DIRECTV: Tip-Off Time, Peacock and How to Stream It
Peacock's first NBA Monday of the season pairs two of the league's biggest stars. The Golden State Warriors visit the Denver Nuggets on Monday, October 26, 2026, at 10 p.m. ET (8 p.m. MT) at Ball Arena, and the game streams nationally on Peacock. It also airs on NBCSN, NBC's cable sports channel, which isn't in DIRECTV's lineup.
That means there's no DIRECTV channel number for this one. DIRECTV customers can watch in the Peacock app on a DIRECTV Gemini device, or on a smart TV, streaming stick, phone or tablet, with a Peacock subscription. Here's how it works and what to know before tip-off.
Warriors vs. Nuggets: quick facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Monday, October 26, 2026 |
| Tip-off | 10 p.m. ET (8 p.m. MT, 7 p.m. PT) |
| National stream | Peacock (also on NBCSN) |
| DIRECTV channel | None: watch in the Peacock app (Gemini devices support it) |
| Arena | Ball Arena, Denver |
| Game type | Regular season; first game of NBC Sports' Monday NBA schedule on Peacock |
What channel is Warriors vs. Nuggets on DIRECTV?
There isn't one. Warriors-Nuggets is a Peacock Monday game, and Peacock is a streaming service, not a channel in DIRECTV's guide. Unlike NBC's Tuesday games, Monday games don't air on your local NBC station, and they aren't on ESPN or NBA TV. The game's TV simulcast is on NBCSN, which DIRECTV doesn't carry. As of Oct. 16, the Warriors' and Nuggets' schedules listed only Peacock and NBCSN, with no local telecast on NBC Sports Bay Area or Altitude Sports.
Here's how DIRECTV customers watch:
- On a DIRECTV Gemini device: open the Peacock app on your Gemini device, sign in and find the game under Sports or NBA.
- On a smart TV or streaming device: use the Peacock app on your smart TV, Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV or game console, then switch back to DIRECTV when the game ends.
- On the go: the Peacock app streams the game on phones and tablets.
Peacock needs its own subscription, billed separately from your DIRECTV plan. Sign in before 10 p.m. ET so you don't miss tip-off.
Is Warriors vs. Nuggets on NBC Sports Bay Area or Altitude?
NBC Sports Bay Area carries most Warriors local games, and Altitude Sports carries most Nuggets local games. Both are regional networks that come with DIRECTV CHOICE and higher where DIRECTV carries them in your ZIP code. For this game, neither was listed as of Oct. 16, so plan on Peacock in the Bay Area, Colorado and everywhere else. If a local telecast is added, it will show up in your DIRECTV guide. Search "Warriors" or "Nuggets" on game day to check.
Can I watch Warriors vs. Nuggets on NBA League Pass?
No. League Pass doesn't carry national exclusives like Peacock games live. It's built for out-of-market local games, so it's a good add-on for Warriors fans outside the Bay Area or Nuggets fans outside Colorado on other nights. See our NBA League Pass plans and prices guide for tiers.
Warriors vs. Nuggets: where to watch at a glance
| Option | How it works with DIRECTV | Carries this game? |
|---|---|---|
| Peacock app | App on DIRECTV Gemini devices, smart TVs and streaming devices | Yes (separate subscription) |
| NBCSN | Not in DIRECTV's lineup | Yes, but not on DIRECTV |
| NBC Sports Bay Area (Warriors local, other nights) | Regional sports network, CHOICE and higher where carried | Not listed as of Oct. 16 |
| Altitude Sports (Nuggets local, other nights) | Regional sports network, CHOICE and higher where carried | Not listed as of Oct. 16 |
| ESPN (206), NBA TV (216), local NBC | DIRECTV channels | No |
| NBA League Pass | DIRECTV add-on | No (national game) |
What to know before tip-off
- Curry vs. Jokić: Stephen Curry is a two-time MVP, and Nikola Jokić won the award three times (2021, 2022 and 2024).
- A busy first week for Golden State: the Warriors open Wednesday, Oct. 21, at the Lakers on ESPN, play the Suns on NBA TV on Saturday, Oct. 24, and then head to Denver.
- Denver's start: the Nuggets open Thursday, Oct. 22, at Oklahoma City on ESPN before coming home to Ball Arena.
- NBC's new Monday format: NBC Sports says its Monday games use its "On the Bench" production, with a studio show leading into each game.
- Check availability on game day: both teams post injury reports before tip-off, so confirm who's playing that afternoon.
Warriors and Nuggets on national TV: opening weeks
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | National TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed., Oct. 21 | Warriors at Lakers | 10 p.m. | ESPN (206) |
| Thu., Oct. 22 | Nuggets at Thunder | 9:30 p.m. | ESPN (206) |
| Sat., Oct. 24 | Warriors at Suns | 10 p.m. | NBA TV (216) |
| Mon., Oct. 26 | Warriors at Nuggets | 10 p.m. | Peacock (app) |
| Fri., Oct. 30 | Lakers at Warriors | 10 p.m. | Prime Video (app) |
| Sat., Nov. 7 | Nuggets vs. Pacers (Mexico City) | 5 p.m. | NBA TV (216) |
Prime Video and Peacock games stream in those apps, which need their own subscriptions and run on DIRECTV Gemini devices. Team-by-team local channels, League Pass details and the full national schedule are in our guide to watching the NBA on DIRECTV.
Which DIRECTV package is best for Warriors and Nuggets fans?
- ENTERTAINMENT: includes ESPN (206) and ESPN2 (209) for national ESPN games, plus your local ABC and NBC stations where available.
- CHOICE: adds NBA TV (216) for about 60 regular-season games starting Oct. 24, plus regional sports networks like NBC Sports Bay Area and Altitude Sports where DIRECTV carries them.
- MySports Genre Pack: a sports-focused streaming option with ESPN, NBA TV and local channels where available.
Want ESPN, NBA TV and your local team's network on one plan? Check DIRECTV options at your address or call 1-855-690-9884.
Frequently asked questions
What time is Warriors vs. Nuggets on October 26?
Tip-off is 10 p.m. ET (8 p.m. Mountain) on Monday, October 26, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver.
What channel is Warriors vs. Nuggets on DIRECTV?
None. The game streams on Peacock and airs on NBCSN, which isn't in DIRECTV's lineup. DIRECTV customers can watch in the Peacock app on a Gemini device, smart TV, streaming device or phone with a Peacock subscription.
Is Warriors vs. Nuggets on NBC?
No. NBC's broadcast games are on Tuesdays. Monday games like this one stream on Peacock and air on NBCSN, not on local NBC stations.
Can I watch Warriors vs. Nuggets on League Pass?
No. National Peacock games aren't available live on NBA League Pass.
When do the Warriors play on DIRECTV channels that week?
The Warriors play the Lakers on ESPN (channel 206) on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 10 p.m. ET and the Suns on NBA TV (channel 216) on Saturday, Oct. 24, at 10 p.m. ET.
Questions about getting ESPN, NBA TV or your team's network on DIRECTV? Call 1-855-690-9884.
Details reviewed October 16, 2026. Tip times, TV assignments and broadcast plans are set by the NBA, its teams and their TV partners and may change. Player availability is often announced close to tip-off. Local channel availability, channel numbers, packages and prices vary by address and are subject to change. NBA, NBC, Peacock, NBCSN, ESPN, Prime Video, DIRECTV and related marks belong to their respective owners. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site.