Get ready for an exciting NBA showdown! The Phoenix Suns take on the Houston Rockets on Monday, and this highly anticipated game will be an exclusive broadcast on Peacock. But here's the catch: if you're a Phoenix local, you'll need a subscription to catch all the action, as it won't be aired on your local channel, AZ Family 3TV. And if you're a die-hard fan, you might be disappointed to learn that AZ Family won't be providing any pregame or postgame coverage either. However, there's a silver lining for those who want to stay updated; the Arizona Sportsapp, 98.7, and ArizonaSports.com will offer a free radio stream of the pregame show, the game itself, and a postgame analysis. The tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. MST at the Mortgage Matchup Center.
This game was initially hyped as Kevin Durant's return to Phoenix since his trade from the Suns to the Rockets, but unfortunately, he'll be missing both Monday's and Wednesday's games due to a family matter.
To watch this game, you'll need a Peacock "Premium" plan, which starts at $10.99 per month. Unlike other streaming services, Peacock doesn't offer a free trial, so you'll have to commit to the subscription. The good news is that you can access Peacock on various devices, including your phone, TV, video game console, or computer.
For those with YouTube TV, you're in luck! You can catch Monday's game on NBC Sports Network, which recently relaunched and is currently exclusive to YouTube TV subscribers.
And if you're a Suns fan, mark your calendars for two more exclusive Peacock broadcasts this season: the December 1st game against the Los Angeles Lakers and the March 16th game against the Boston Celtics.
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