How to Watch NBA Games in Canada (2026) — Complete Guide
Every way to watch NBA basketball in Canada: TSN, Sportsnet, NBA League Pass and streaming options. Never miss a Raptors game.
Last updated: 2026-03-01
NBA Broadcast Rights in Canada (2025-26)
NBA coverage in Canada revolves around the Toronto Raptors, the league's only Canadian team. TSN and Sportsnet share regional broadcast rights for Raptors games, while national US games are available through NBA League Pass or select Sportsnet broadcasts.
TSN — Raptors Regional
TSN carries the majority of Toronto Raptors regional broadcasts. Games air primarily on TSN1 and TSN4, with some on TSN3 and TSN5 depending on scheduling conflicts. Check the TSN schedule for tonight's games.
Sportsnet — Select National Games
Sportsnet broadcasts select Raptors games and some marquee NBA matchups on SN and SN1. When the Raptors play high-profile opponents, the game often airs on Sportsnet instead of TSN.
Streaming Options
NBA League Pass
NBA League Pass is available in Canada and lets you watch every out-of-market NBA game. Note that locally broadcast games (Raptors games on TSN/Sportsnet) are blacked out on League Pass — you'll need a cable subscription or TSN+/Sportsnet+ for those.
TSN+
TSN's streaming service includes all TSN-broadcast Raptors games. This is the best cord-cutting option for Raptors fans in Canada.
Sportsnet+ Premium
Sportsnet+ includes the Sportsnet-broadcast NBA games. Combined with TSN+, you can catch every Raptors game without cable.
How to Watch Non-Raptors NBA Games
For NBA games that don't involve the Raptors, your options are:
- NBA League Pass — All out-of-market games live and on demand
- TSN — Select national US games simulcast
- Sportsnet — Occasional marquee games
Check Tonight's Games
Use Showdar to see every NBA game airing in Canada tonight, including which channel each game is on.