The Western Conference finals are going the distance. The Spurs thumped the Thunder on Thursday to force a game 7 in Oklahoma City for tonight. The Thunder are trying to get back to the NBA Finals to defend their title, while the Spurs are in search of their first Finals appearance since winning their last NBA title in 2014. Awaiting the eventual Western Conference champs are the New York Knicks, who swept the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference finals and should be well rested when the 2026 NBA Finals get underway next Wednesday. Game 7 between the Spurs and Thunder tips off tonight at 8 p.m. Eastern Time, 5 p.m. Pacific Time, on NBC and Peacock.
Game 7 Details And TV Schedule
The Western Conference finals have been a back and forth battle. Game 1 went to the Spurs in double overtime. The Thunder took games 2 and 3. The Spurs bounced back in game 4. The Thunder won game 5. The Spurs forced game 7 with a win in game 6. Now, everything comes down to one game in Oklahoma City.
Game 7 tips off tonight at 8 p.m. Eastern Time, 5 p.m. Pacific Time. The game will be broadcast on NBC and also stream on Peacock. The NBA Finals will begin next Wednesday and will be shown on ABC.
How To Stream Game 7 On Peacock
Peacock will stream the Western Conference finals, including Game 7. Games on Peacock will also appear on NBC, so you do not necessarily need Peacock to watch. However, if you do not have access to NBC through traditional TV or a live TV streaming service, Peacock is a great option.
Peacock’s Premium plan costs $11 per month. This plan gives you access to all live sports on NBC, including NBA playoffs, NFL, Premier League, and more. You can sign up, watch Game 7, and cancel anytime if you only need it for one night.
How To Stream The NBA Finals On ESPN Unlimited
The NBA Finals will be shown on ABC. You can watch ABC through several streaming services, but one dedicated option is ESPN Unlimited. The ESPN Unlimited plan costs $30 per month or $300 per year. It lets you stream all of ESPN’s linear networks including ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPNews, and also gives you access to programming on ABC, ESPN Plus, and more.
There is also a less expensive option called ESPN Select, which costs $13 per month. This plan is basically a rebranding of the older ESPN Plus service. With it, you will have access to thousands of live games, mostly from smaller college conferences, but it does not include NBA games. For the NBA Finals, you will need the full ESPN Unlimited plan or another way to access ABC.
Best Live TV Streaming Services For The NBA Playoffs
Several live TV streaming services offer sports focused bundles that include ABC and NBC. These plans are often cheaper than full cable packages.
YouTube TV offers sports plans starting at $55 per month for the first year, then rising to $65 per month. The service includes ABC and NBC. You can plug in your ZIP code on the welcome page to see which local networks are available in your area.
DirecTV offers a MySports package for $65 per month that includes ABC and NBC. You can use the channel lookup tool to see which local channels are available where you live.
Both services allow you to cancel anytime and require a solid internet connection. They are good options if you want to watch not only Game 7 but also the NBA Finals and other live sports throughout the year.
Comparison Of Streaming Options
| Service | Monthly Cost | Includes Game 7 (NBC) | Includes NBA Finals (ABC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peacock Premium | $11 | Yes | No |
| ESPN Unlimited | $30 | No | Yes |
| YouTube TV Sports | $55 (first year) | Yes | Yes |
| DirecTV MySports | $65 | Yes | Yes |
Pros And Cons
Pros
- Peacock Premium at $11 is the cheapest option to watch Game 7
- YouTube TV and DirecTV offer both NBC and ABC for full playoff coverage
- Streaming services allow cancel anytime with no contracts
- ESPN Unlimited gives access to all ESPN networks plus ABC for the Finals
- Game 7 is on free over the air NBC if you have an antenna
- Peacock streams the game live even without a cable subscription
Cons
- Peacock does not carry the NBA Finals on ABC
- ESPN Unlimited at $30 per month is expensive for casual fans
- YouTube TV price increases after the first year
- Not every live TV service carries every local network in every area
- ESPN Select at $13 does not include NBA games, only smaller college sports
- You may need two services to watch both Game 7 and the Finals
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What time is Spurs vs Thunder Game 7?
Game 7 tips off at 8 p.m. Eastern Time, 5 p.m. Pacific Time.
2. What channel is Game 7 on?
Game 7 is on NBC and will also stream on Peacock.
3. Can I stream Game 7 for free?
If you have an antenna, you can watch NBC over the air for free. Otherwise, Peacock Premium costs $11 per month.
