The 2026 NBA offseason is in its dead period. As the days in August drag on, we are finally getting closer to the return of New Orleans Pelicans basketball. Although this offseason has seen the Pelicans return 14 of 15 players from last season's 26-win team, there is a sense of optimism buzzing from the fanbase. With a new head coach in place, there is belief a defense-first culture shift could be happening, and that paired with a healthy Zion Williamson, could be massive.
Win or lose, we know Pelicans fans will be tuned in during the 2026-27 NBA season. With the New Orleans looking to make a return to the postseason, fans will have a long list of ways to watch and listen to every game through the 82-game schedule.
Where to watch the Pelicans on TV in 2026-27
New Orleans Pelicans games will be broadcast throughout Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama on the Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network (GCSEN).
The network was launched by Gray Media and will make Pelicans games available to an estimated 10.4 million viewers across the Gulf South. GCSEN originates in New Orleans through WVUE FOX 8 and is available for free across 14 markets with an antenna.
The Pelicans' television coverage includes the following markets:
- New Orleans, LA — WVUE Channel 7.1
- Baton Rouge, LA — WAFB Channel 9.3
- Lake Charles, LA — KGCH Channel 32.1
- Shreveport, LA — KSLA Channel 12.2
- Monroe, LA — KCWL Channel 24.1
- Alexandria, LA — KLGC Channel 25.2
- Lafayette, LA — KNGC Channel 25.1
- Jackson, MS — WLBT Channel 3.3
- Hattiesburg, MS — WLHA Channel 18.2
- Meridian, MS — WOOK Channel 15.5
- Biloxi, MS — WTBL Channel 51.3
- Mobile, AL — WALA Channel 10.5
- Birmingham, AL — WBRC Channel 6.3
- Montgomery, AL — WSFA Channel 12.3
In addition to these games, they are also available through participating cable and satellite providers, including Cox, DIRECTV and U-Verse in select regions.
How to watch the Pelicans on streaming in 2026-27
Whether you’re on the go or simply prefer streaming sports, you will have several options to stream Pelicans games.
Pelicans+ is the team's streaming service and allows fans within the Pelicans' local market to watch televised games live. The service also features pre- and postgame coverage, on-demand game replays, and exclusive Pelicans content.
Pelicans+ is available through the NBA App and NBA.com, as well as on supported devices including Apple TV, Android TV and Fire TV.
Price-wise, the service currently offers a $14.99 monthly subscription or a $99.99 seasonal subscription. The majority of games are airing on their side, aside from nationally exclusive games.
If you’re like me and outside of the Pelicans' local broadcast territory, you can watch New Orleans games through NBA League Pass. League Pass also offers plans that include games from all markets, replays, and cool features to single out certain performances or moments from games a day later. However, it’s worth noting that local and national blackouts still apply.
Where to listen to the Pelicans on radio in 2026-27
Pelicans games will also be available on the team's radio network, with WWL Radio serving as the flagship station.
Fans in New Orleans can listen to Pelicans games on WWL 870 AM / 105.3 FM.
The Pelicans' radio affiliates also include:
- Baton Rouge — WNXX 104.5 FM
- Alexandria — KDBS 1410 AM / 94.7 FM
- Pensacola — WPNN 790 AM / 103.7 FM
Spanish-language broadcasts are also available in New Orleans and Baton Rouge through KGLA.
The Pelicans' known schedule dates so far
The Pelicans' 2026-27 preseason slate tips off on Tuesday, October 6, on the road against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Below is the Pelicans' full 2026-27 NBA preseason schedule along with the team's four NBA Cup games and a two-game series overseas.
Preseason Schedule:Â
- Wednesday, Oct 6, 2026: vs. Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center, 7 p.m CT
- Thursday, Oct 8, 2026: vs. Miami Heat at Kaseya Center, 6:30 p.m CT
- Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026: at Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center, 7 p.m CT
- Friday, Oct 16, 2026: vs. Washington Wizards at Smoothie King Center, 7 p.m CT
NBA Cup Schedule:
- Friday, Nov 6, 2026: vs. Minnesota Timberwolves at Smoothie King Center, 7 p.m CT
- Friday, Nov 13, 2026: vs. Memphis Grizzlies at Smoothie King Center, 7 p.m CT
- Friday, Nov 20, 2026: at Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center, 7 p.m CT
- Friday, Nov 27, 2026: vs. Los Angeles Clippers at Intuit Dome, 8:30 p.m CT
International Schedule:Â
- Thursday, Jan 14, 2027: vs. San Antonio Spurs at Accor Arena (France), 1:00 p.m CT
- Sunday, Jan 17, 2027: vs. San Antonio Spurs at Co-op Live, 9:30 a.m CT
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