If you’re a Fubo subscriber, you’ve certainly noticed that NBC and all NBCUniversal-owned channels have gone dark on the platform. For over a week, customers have gone without NBC programming like the Today Show, The Voice, and Sunday Night Football. Now, customers will have to find alternate methods of watching this week’s NBA coverage on NBC, too. It’s all because Fubo and NBCUniversal are having a contract dispute, so channels like NBC, USA Network, Telemundo, and Bravo have been unavailable on Fubo since Nov. 21, and as of now, there’s no projected date for their return.
A message released by Fubo to their customers explains, “Fubo believes customers should have the option to choose among multiple distributors to access the content they love. Unfortunately, NBCU has offered terms regarding pricing and packaging that are egregiously above those offered to other distributors.” A statement from an NBCU spokesperson adds, “Fubo has chosen to drop NBCUniversal programming despite being offered the same terms agreed to by hundreds of other distributors. Unfortunately, this is par for the course for Fubo — they’ve dropped numerous networks in recent years at the expense of their customers, who continue to lose content.” (Fubo, for instance, cut Warner-owned channels back in 2024.) You can read more about exactly why Fubo is countering NBC’s proposed deal here.
While the companies are continuing discussions to come to an agreement, there is still no resolution. Fubo has already begun emailing customers to note that a $15 credit will be applied to their bills starting “on or after December 1.” But in the meantime, if you’re a Fubo customer and are wondering how to watch this week’s biggest games and shows, here’s everything you need to know about the Fubo-NBC blackout, which channels are missing and your options for where to watch them.
How to watch the NBA without Fubo
This week’s nationally televised NBA on NBC matchup between the Knicks vs. Celtics is on Tuesday, Dec. 2. As an alternative, you can tune in on platforms like Peacock, DirecTV, and Hulu + Live TV. Additionally, there are several games that are available on NBC in local markets that are available on platforms like DirecTV and Hulu + Live TV.
What else is on NBC this week?
In addition to this week’s NBA games, there are loads of sports on NBC, USA, Universo and more that you won’t want to miss, including extensive Premiere League coverage and NHL games, plus dozens of new show premieres this week like the Christmas in Rockefeller Center tree-lighting special, Stumble, and Happy’s Place. On Bravo, there are new episodes of The Real Housewives of Potomac and The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, Southern Charm, and the season premiere of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, on Dec. 5, too.
Which channels are no longer available on Fubo?
The following is a list of channels owned or operated by NBC that are not currently available on Fubo:
Local Channels:
Regional Sports Channels:
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NBC Sports California Plus
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NBC Sports California Plus 3
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NBC Sports Philadelphia Plus
National Channels:
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E! Entertainment Television
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Million Dollar Listing Vault
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Oxygen True Crime Archives
Why are these NBC-owned channels currently unavailable?
Per Fubo, NBC channels were pulled from the platform because of a disagreement over their long-standing content distribution agreement that has yet to be resolved.
When will the missing channels return?
There is no information available as to when NBC’s lineup of channels will return. Negotiations between the companies are ongoing.
Is Fubo offering a rebate while these channels are missing?
In a message to subscribers, Fubo stated, “If NBCU programming remains off of Fubo for an extended period, we will directly credit $15 to your Fubo account.” At least one Fubo customer on our staff received an email confirming the credit would be automatically applied in the December billing cycle.
What alternatives do viewers have in the meantime?
Looking to switch from Fubo? You’ve got plenty of options, including Peacock, DirecTV, and Hulu + Live TV. Here are some of your choices:
Watch NBC on Peacock
For $11/month, an ad-supported Peacock subscription lets you stream live sports and events airing on NBC, including this week’s Thanksgiving Day football game, Sunday Night Football and more. Plus, you’ll get access to thousands of hours of shows and movies, including beloved sitcoms such as Parks and Recreation and The Office, every Bravo show and much more.
For $17 monthly you can upgrade to an ad-free subscription which includes live access to your local NBC affiliate (not just during designated sports and events) and the ability to download select titles to watch offline.
$10.99/month at Peacock
Get a deal on Peacock with Walmart+
Walmart+ members get free Peacock Premium (or Paramount+ Essential) included in their membership at no additional cost. A monthly subscription to Walmart+ costs $12.99, and an annual plan usually costs $98, but right now, you can get half off an annual membership. That means you’ll pay just $49 for Peacock and perks like five free months of Apple Music, discounts on Cinemark movie theater memberships, free shipping and delivery on Walmart purchases, discounts on gas and more.
Peacock is home to all kinds of original content, from Emmy Award-winning reality series The Traitors to Poker Face and Twisted Metal. The platform has an impressive library of shows from NBC and Bravo, thousands of movies, and live sports, including the 2026 Super Bowl and Winter Olympics.
While a regular Peacock subscription is $10.99 for a Premium Plan and goes up to $16.99 for the ad-free Premium Plus plan, you get an ad-supported subscription for free if you’re a Walmart+ subscriber, not a bad deal if you’re currently going without NBC.
$49 at Walmart+
Try DirecTV free for 5 days, and get $30 off your first month
DirecTV — which Engadget dubbed the best cable service without a contract — offers loads of great live channels, including NBC, Bravo, MSNBC, and the rest of NBCU’s offerings, which means you can watch thousands of live sporting events, live TV and more with a regular subscription. And right now, for a limited time, you can get a $20 bill credit off your first month when you sign up, plus at least $10 more off per month for your first 24 months with a DirecTV Choice, Ultimate or Premier package — that’s over $250 in savings. You can find information on every package here.
Right now you can also get a free 5-day trial to test out the platform.
$30 off your first month at DirecTV
Try Hulu + Live TV for free
Engadget named Hulu + Live TV as the best live TV streaming service for Disney+ or Hulu subscribers. That’s because it includes the basic (with ads) version of those services — along with ESPN Unlimited — at no extra charge. Of course, you also get a full live TV service, with access to live channels like NBC, Bravo, and more. You can sign up for Hulu + Live TV for $89.99/month for guaranteed access to all your favorite NBC shows and sports. You can also just sign up for a free 3-day trial if you need a free and easy stopgap.
You’ll also enjoy access to unlimited DVR storage, the ability to stream on multiple devices and more.
$89.99/month at Hulu
Other services to watch NBC
If I switch to a different service, can I cancel or pause Fubo in the meantime?
Fubo does not allow customers to pause their subscriptions, so if you’re looking to make a change, you can cancel your plan outright.
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