Some say that “teamwork makes the dream work,’ and if true, the Cleveland Cavalier’s newest team is a dream deal for fans. The NBA team is partnering up with Rock Entertainment Sports Network, Gray Media, and FanDuel Sports Network to simulcast five upcoming games, giving fans in Northeast Ohio plenty of ways to tune in at no extra cost.
This special five-game lineup will be broadcast locally over the air as part of the NBA’s partnership with Main Street Sports Group (formerly Diamond Sports Group), the parent company of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio. The news comes a week after the Charlotte Hornets announced they were returning to free TV for the first time in 17 years.
Cleveland Cavaliers Free TV Schedule
- Monday, February 10 at 7:00 p.m. EST | Cavaliers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
- Thursday, February 23 at 7:30 p.m. EST | Cavaliers vs. Memphis Grizzlies
- Tuesday, March 11 at 7:00 p.m. EST | Cavaliers vs. Brooklyn Nets
- Thursday, March 27 at 7:00 p.m. EST | Cavaliers vs. San Antonio Spurs
- Wednesday, April 2 at 7:00 p.m. EST | Cavaliers vs. New York Knicks
Catching the game has never been easier for Ohio sports fans. Rock Entertainment Sports Network is available statewide for all five games. If you’re in Northeast Ohio, you can tune in on Spectrum channel 979, free over-the-air on channel 22.1, or on WUAB Channel 43. Fans in Columbus can catch every play on channel 17.1 WDEM, while Cincinnati viewers can watch on channel 19.3. AntennaWeb is a great tool to find out if these channels are carried in your area, and if purchasing an antenna works best for you.
If you can’t watch OTA, the FanDuel Sports Network Ohio is available for live streaming in-market. You can watch the action through DIRECTV STREAM or Fubo, or you can subscribe directly on the FanDuel Sports Network website for easy access.
Under Head Coach Kenny Atkinson, the star-studded lineup featuring Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, Jarrett Allen, and Evan Mobley has made the Cleveland Cavaliers one of the best teams in the entire NBA. They’ve racked up an impressive record, making them the top dogs in the Eastern Conference. Cleveland’s powerhouse team has pulled off several winning streaks of 12 or more games, including a jaw-dropping 15-0 start that’s now etched in the history books.
“The Cleveland Cavaliers have had one of the most exciting starts to a season in recent memory, and we are committed to providing as many avenues as possible for our fans to enjoy our games and follow the action live,” said Mike Conley, Cleveland Cavaliers, Rock Entertainment Group, and Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer. “Our continued partnership with Gray Media creates an exciting opportunity for us to debut Cavaliers games on Rock Entertainment Sports Network for the first time, as well as over-the-air on WUAB Channel 43 again this season.”
The Cavaliers’ broadcast team is sticking with the winning formula fans know and love. John Michael will continue delivering the play-by-play action, joined by analysts Brad Daugherty and Austin Carr. On the sidelines, Serena Winters will report all the latest updates, while Cayleigh Griffin will keep fans engaged as host of Cavaliers Live.
“Airing these upcoming Cavs games on Rock Entertainment Sports and WUAB channel 43 creates expanded local market access to the team,” said David Hughes, WOIO and WUAB Vice President and General Manager. “We are thrilled to give more fans the opportunity to watch this incredible Cavs team as they continue to have an amazing season.”
