The Indiana Pacers have entered a new partnership with DAZN, making it their exclusive direct-to-consumer streaming platform for the upcoming 2026-27 NBA season. This agreement allows fans to watch the Pacers’ preseason and regular-season games via DAZN, marking a significant shift in how local fans access Pacers basketball.
New Streaming Platform for Pacers Fans
DAZN will air all Pacers games not selected for exclusive national broadcast by other league partners, ensuring that local supporters have maximum access to live and on-demand content. Mel Raines, the President and CEO of Pacers Sports & Entertainment, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, emphasizing its potential to enhance accessibility for fans. “Local sports broadcasting has evolved significantly over the last decade,” Raines stated, highlighting DAZN’s capabilities as a global streaming leader.
The familiar faces of the Pacers’ broadcast team will continue to be featured on DAZN, maintaining continuity for viewers. Chris Denari, Quinn Buckner, Jeremiah Johnson, and Eddie Gill will all return to provide commentary during the broadcasts.
DAZN, a sports streaming service available in over 200 countries, allows fans to enjoy sporting events without a cable subscription. The platform began by focusing on combat sports but has expanded to cover a variety of sports, including multiple NBA teams this season.
Fans in the Indianapolis market have several subscription options for accessing Pacers games on DAZN. The available plans include:
- Early Bird Season Pass – $59.99 (available until October 15, 2026, offering a 50% discount)
- Season Pass Standard – $119.99 per season includes all locally produced games and additional programming.
- Monthly Pass Standard – $19.99 per month, providing similar access as the Season Pass Standard.
- Season Pass Ultimate – $139.99 per season, which includes all features of the standard pass with additional benefits like multiple streams.
- Monthly Pass Ultimate – $24.99 per month with similar features as the Ultimate Season Pass.
DAZN is also offering a free seven-day trial for new users in the Pacers’ broadcast territory, along with free access to four preseason and 22 regular-season games for those who sign up for a free account.
Why It Matters
This partnership with DAZN represents a shift in the Pacers’ approach to broadcasting games and reflects broader changes in sports consumption habits. By prioritizing flexibility and affordability, this collaboration aims to enhance fan engagement, ensuring that viewers can access their favorite team’s content seamlessly, at home or on the go.
