NBA League Pass does offer a free trial: a 7-day trial during the regular season that works on both the standard plan at $16.99 a month and the Premium plan at $24.99 a month.
You can start it directly on NBA.com or through Amazon Prime Video, and buying League Pass on NBA.com includes NBA TV at no extra cost. The one catch every buyer should know is that League Pass blacks out your local team’s games.
Here is how to claim the free trial, what each plan includes, and whether League Pass is worth keeping after the week is up.
Does NBA League Pass Have a Free Trial?
Yes. Unlike some sports streaming products, NBA League Pass provides a genuine 7-day free trial during the regular season. The trial is available on both tiers, so you can test the full Premium experience before deciding. It is the easiest way to try the service during a stretch of games you care about, and you can cancel before day seven to avoid being charged.
| Plan | Price | Free trial | Key features |
|---|---|---|---|
| NBA League Pass | $16.99 / month | 7 days | Live and on-demand out-of-market games, with ads |
| NBA League Pass Premium | $24.99 / month | 7 days | No ads, multi-game viewing, in-arena streams |
| Via Amazon Prime Video | Similar pricing | 7 days | Requires a Prime membership |
| NBA TV | Included on NBA.com plans | With League Pass | National NBA TV games and programming |
How to Get the NBA League Pass Free Trial
Sign up on the NBA League Pass page, choose the standard or Premium plan, and the 7-day trial applies before your first charge. You can also start a 7-day trial through Amazon Prime Video’s NBA offering, which requires a Prime membership but delivers the games inside the Prime Video app. Either way, set a reminder to cancel before the trial ends if you do not want to continue, since it rolls into a paid subscription automatically.
If you are assembling a way to watch the NBA without cable, our guide to watching live TV without cable covers how League Pass fits alongside national broadcasts.
What Each Plan Includes
The standard League Pass at $16.99 a month gives you live and on-demand out-of-market games with commercial breaks and single-game viewing. Premium at $24.99 a month removes the ads, adds multi-game viewing so you can watch several games at once, and includes in-arena streams. For a casual fan, the standard plan is enough; for someone who watches multiple games a night, Premium earns its higher price. Buying directly on NBA.com also bundles NBA TV, which carries national games and league programming, at no extra cost.
The Blackout Catch
The most important limitation is blackouts. League Pass is built for out-of-market games, so the games of your home-market team are blacked out and reserved for regional broadcasters. If your main goal is watching your local team, League Pass alone will not do it, and you will need your regional sports network or a local option as well. Check your market’s blackout situation before committing, even during the free trial.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does NBA League Pass have a free trial?
Yes. NBA League Pass offers a 7-day free trial during the regular season on both the standard and Premium plans. You can start it on NBA.com or through Amazon Prime Video, and cancel before the week ends to avoid a charge.
How do I get the NBA League Pass free trial?
Sign up on NBA.com or through Amazon Prime Video, select the standard or Premium plan, and the 7-day trial applies before your first payment. Set a reminder to cancel before day seven if you do not want it to convert to a paid subscription.
How much is NBA League Pass?
The standard NBA League Pass is $16.99 a month and Premium is $24.99 a month, with season pricing also available. Premium removes ads and adds multi-game viewing and in-arena streams over the standard plan.
What’s the difference between League Pass and League Pass Premium?
The standard plan has ads and single-game viewing, while Premium removes the ads, lets you watch multiple games at once, and includes in-arena streams. Premium costs more but suits fans who watch several games a night.
Does NBA League Pass include NBA TV?
Yes, when you buy League Pass directly on NBA.com, NBA TV is included at no extra cost. NBA TV carries national NBA games and league programming alongside the out-of-market games in League Pass.
Are there blackouts on NBA League Pass?
Yes. League Pass blacks out your home-market team’s games, which are reserved for regional broadcasters. It is designed for following out-of-market teams, so check your local blackout situation before subscribing if your team is the priority.
Can I cancel NBA League Pass after the free trial?
Yes. You can cancel any time, including before the 7-day trial ends to avoid being charged. After that, it is a month-to-month subscription you can cancel whenever you like, with no long-term commitment.
Last updated: May 2026. We update this guide each season as NBA League Pass pricing and trials change.