Washington Wizards have secured four national TV games on NBA TV for the upcoming 2026-27 regular season, marking a significant increase in their broadcast exposure. This comes after the team managed just five national appearances over the previous five seasons combined. The announcement follows a difficult end to their last campaign, with the Washington Wizards falling 130-117 to the Cleveland Cavaliers on April 12, 2026, extending their losing streak to five straight games.
What games will the Washington Wizards play on NBA TV?
The Washington Wizards' NBA TV slate opens on December 26 at Capital One Arena against the Portland Trail Blazers in the first meeting between the teams this season. Four days later, on December 30, they hit the road to face the Toronto Raptors for their second nationally televised contest. The Wizards' first game of 2027 arrives on NBA TV when the San Antonio Spurs visit Washington, featuring a highly anticipated duel between Washington's backcourt and rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama.
Why does this matter for the Washington Wizards' visibility?
This expanded NBA TV schedule represents a major step forward for the Washington Wizards' media reach, especially after years of limited national exposure. Beyond these four games, Washington will also appear on other platforms: they face the Detroit Pistons on November 9 via Peacock, take on the Boston Celtics on November 24 (NBC) as part of the NBA Cup, and meet again on December 16 (ESPN). Additional broadcasts include a January 12 road game at Philadelphia on NBC, a February 27 trip to Utah on Prime Video, and a March 1 home date versus the Phoenix Suns on Peacock. The team also recently partnered with DAZN through Monumental Sports and Entertainment to expand streaming options for fans. For more details on the team's upcoming matchups, check the schedule, and to see how the squad is shaping up, visit the roster.
What comes next for the Washington Wizards?
Before the regular season begins, the Washington Wizards will open their preseason on October 8 at Madison Square Garden against the New York Knicks. Their regular season kicks off on October 21 when the Milwaukee Bucks visit Capital One Arena for the opener. With a young core looking to build momentum and increased national visibility, the Washington Wizards aim to turn recent struggles into a more competitive campaign, using these high-profile games as opportunities to show growth ahead of the playoffs push. Fans can track performance metrics via the stats page and follow the team's position in the league through the standings.
