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Updated July 20, 2026 · 2026 NFL season coverage
How to Watch the Boston Celtics in 2026
Fubo carries 11 of 89 Boston Celtics games this season
Fubo is the single most comprehensive streaming option for Boston Celtics fans without cable. It carries FOX, CBS, NBC, ABC/ESPN, and NFL Network — every major broadcast network that airs NFL games — plus offers a free trial for new subscribers.
For games not on Fubo's networks (Thursday Night Football on Amazon Prime Video and Netflix exclusives), you'll need additional subscriptions — covered in detail below.
The Boston Celtics are 82 games during the 2026 season — 0 preseason and 82 regular-season matchups across roughly six broadcast partners. Most Boston Celtics games this season air on NBC Sports BO (22 games), NBC (11 games), and ESPN (10 games). Thursday Night Football is streamed exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, Netflix carries a small number of exclusive games (typically Christmas Day and select international fixtures), and Monday Night Football airs on ABC or ESPN. For viewers without cable, Fubo is the most comprehensive single-subscription option — it carries the major over-the-air networks (FOX, CBS, NBC) plus ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network in most US markets. Fans in Boston can also watch local broadcasts free over-the-air with an HD antenna.
Streaming Services That Carry the Boston Celtics
Five live-TV streaming services carry NFL games — each with different channel lineups, prices, and trade-offs. Here's how they compare for Boston Celtics fans:
Fubo
Recommended for cord cuttersFubo offers the broadest channel lineup for NFL fans without cable. It carries FOX, CBS, NBC, ABC/ESPN, and NFL Network — covering Sunday afternoon games, Sunday Night Football, Monday Night Football, and most international/special broadcasts. Sports-focused interface with cloud DVR included.
- Most comprehensive NFL channel lineup of any single streaming service
- Free trial available for new subscribers
- Cloud DVR included for recording games
- Multi-screen viewing on phones, tablets, smart TVs, streaming devices
YouTube TV
Carries FOX, CBS, NBC, ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network. Also includes NFL Sunday Ticket as an add-on subscription — the only way to watch out-of-market Sunday afternoon games. The most popular live-TV streaming service overall, with strong DVR and multi-stream features.
Hulu + Live TV
Carries the major networks (FOX, CBS, NBC, ABC, ESPN). Doesn't include NFL Network in the base plan but does in higher tiers. Bundle includes Hulu's on-demand library plus Disney+ and ESPN+.
Sling TV
Cheapest option but the most limited. Sling Blue carries NBC, FOX, NFL Network in some markets. Sling Orange carries ESPN. Neither carries CBS, which is a significant gap for Boston Celtics fans during CBS broadcast weeks.
DirecTV Stream
Premium pricing but the most cable-like experience. Carries all major NFL networks. The successor to AT&T TV; aimed at viewers willing to pay more for full channel parity with traditional cable.
Watch by Broadcast Network
Boston Celtics games this season are distributed across multiple broadcasters. Here's how to access each:
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NBC Sports BO (22 Boston Celtics games this season)
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NBC (11 Boston Celtics games this season)
NBC is available free over-the-air with an HD antenna. For cord cutters: Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling Blue. Sunday Night Football also streams on Peacock.
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ESPN (10 Boston Celtics games this season)
ESPN is available via Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling Orange, and ESPN+ in some cases. Monday Night Football also simulcasts on ABC (free over-the-air).
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Prime Video (7 Boston Celtics games this season)
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FanDuel SN SE (5 Boston Celtics games this season)
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Peacock (4 Boston Celtics games this season)
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MNMT (3 Boston Celtics games this season)
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YES Network (3 Boston Celtics games this season)
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ABC (3 Boston Celtics games this season)
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GCSEN (2 Boston Celtics games this season)
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FanDuel SN FL (2 Boston Celtics games this season)
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FanDuel SN Sun (2 Boston Celtics games this season)
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FanDuel SN IN (2 Boston Celtics games this season)
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NBA TV (2 Boston Celtics games this season)
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Chicago Sports Network (CHSN) (2 Boston Celtics games this season)
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NBA League Pass (2 Boston Celtics games this season)
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Space City Home Network (1 Boston Celtics game this season)
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FanDuel SN North (1 Boston Celtics game this season)
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FanDuel SN OH (1 Boston Celtics game this season)
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BlazerVision (1 Boston Celtics game this season)
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Watch/ESPN App (1 Boston Celtics game this season)
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FanDuel SN WI (1 Boston Celtics game this season)
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NBCSN (1 Boston Celtics game this season)
Compatible Streaming Devices
All major live-sports streaming services support the same set of devices. If you have any modern smart TV or streaming stick, you can watch on it:
- Roku — Roku Streaming Stick, Roku Ultra, Roku-enabled smart TVs (TCL, Hisense, others)
- Amazon Fire TV — Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Cube, Fire-enabled smart TVs
- Apple TV — Apple TV 4K, Apple TV HD
- Google Chromecast — Chromecast with Google TV (newer models), older Chromecast streaming devices
- Smart TVs — Samsung Tizen TVs, LG webOS TVs, Vizio SmartCast TVs, Android TV models
- Gaming Consoles — PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One
- Mobile — iOS (iPhone, iPad), Android phones and tablets, with the option to AirPlay or cast to a TV
- Web Browser — Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge on Mac and Windows
Free Ways to Watch the Boston Celtics
Most Boston Celtics games — including all Sunday afternoon broadcasts on FOX and CBS, Sunday Night Football on NBC, and Monday Night Football simulcasts on ABC — are free over-the-air with an HD antenna in the Boston market. A basic indoor antenna ($20-$40) pulls all four major networks in clear digital quality. Outdoor or attic-mounted antennas extend range and reliability for viewers further from broadcast towers.
Streaming-service free trials are the other zero-cost option. Fubo offers a free trial for new subscribers — enough to watch several weeks of games before deciding to subscribe. YouTube TV typically runs trial promotions during the NFL season. Always verify current free-trial terms on each service's site, as offers change.
The two game types that cannot be watched free are Thursday Night Football (Amazon Prime Video exclusive) and Netflix-exclusive games (Netflix subscription required). There is no legal free streaming option for these — they require their respective paid subscriptions.