Frustrated that you might miss the Suns game? You're not alone! Monday's Phoenix Suns versus Houston Rockets matchup has a viewing catch: it's airing exclusively on Peacock. That's right, cable cutters and local TV fans, you'll need a subscription to catch the action.
For those in the Phoenix area, forget tuning into AZ Family 3TV – they won't be broadcasting the game. They're also skipping the pre-game and post-game shows. But here's a lifeline: you can still catch pre-game coverage, the live game broadcast, and post-game analysis for free on the Arizona Sports app, 98.7 FM, and ArizonaSports.com. It's a radio experience, but hey, it's something!
The tip-off between Phoenix and Houston is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. MST at the Mortgage Matchup Center. Circle that time!
Originally, Monday's game was hyped as Kevin Durant's grand return to Phoenix after the Suns traded him to the Rockets. Talk about drama! But… plot twist! Durant is now sidelined for both Monday and Wednesday's games due to a family matter. So, no KD reunion this time around. Maybe next time.
Now, about Peacock. It's accessible through various apps – your phone, TV, gaming console, or computer. Head to the Peacock website for all the details and device compatibility.
And this is the part most people miss... To stream the game, you'll need the Peacock "Premium" plan. The "Select Plans" won't cut it, as they don't include live sports. "Premium" plans start at $10.99 per month. Unfortunately, Peacock doesn't offer a free trial. So, if you're only interested in this one game, subscribing might feel a bit steep. But here's where it gets controversial... is it worth the price to see the Suns battle it out, or are you happy sticking to the radio broadcast?
Good news for YouTube TV subscribers! You can catch Monday's game on the newly relaunched NBC Sports Network, which, at the moment, is exclusively available through YouTube TV. It is good to have options!
Mark your calendars! The Suns have two more games this season that will be Peacock exclusives: the December 1st game against the Los Angeles Lakers and the March 16th game against the Boston Celtics. So, if you're a die-hard fan, a Peacock subscription might be a worthwhile investment.
What do you think about games being locked behind streaming services? Is it a fair deal for fans, or are these services pricing out the average viewer? Sound off in the comments! And, are you willing to subscribe to Peacock just to watch a few Suns games this season? Let's discuss!
