Milwaukee Bucks fans can watch every game of the 2026-27 season on free over-the-air tv for the first time in 31 years. This comes after an announcement on July 10, 2026 that preseason and regular-season games will air on MY24 (Channel 24) in the Milwaukee area and through a new statewide network of affiliates.
Families no longer need to pay for costly cable or streaming services to watch the Bucks. Anyone with a basic indoor or outdoor antenna can get the games on MY24 for free. The broadcasts will also be available on most major cable systems and YouTube TV in Milwaukee.
Bucks partnered with Rincon Broadcasting Group, the owner of MY24, to offer the games for free. MY24 last aired Bucks games from 1988 to 1994. Local leaders and fans say this is a welcome return to tradition and makes the team more accessible throughout Wisconsin.
Why Milwaukee Bucks games are free over-the-air
This change happened after the FanDuel Sports Wisconsin regional sports network shut down. Previously, many local games required paid services, frustrating fans with limited budgets. The whole schedule will now be free and easy to watch on TV.
Households without cable can watch live games without paying extra. Pregame, in-game, and postgame coverage will be included for local games. However, more details about the statewide affiliate network and streaming options will be shared soon.
Good Karma Brands will manage media and advertising sales and help set up the statewide network. This plan will help connect local businesses with Bucks fans all over Wisconsin.
When will the Milwaukee Bucks’ broadcasts begin?
The broadcasts start right away with NBA Summer League games from Las Vegas on MY24. Milwaukee Bucks face the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday, July 12 at 8 p.m. CT, the Phoenix Suns on Monday, July 13 at 9 p.m. CT, and the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday, July 15 at 6:30 p.m. CT.
The one-year deal is a temporary solution while the NBA works on its own broadcasting plans. Users now have easier access, which is helpful after big roster changes like the trade of longtime star Giannis Antetokounmpo.
How the Milwaukeeans will benefit from the free over-the-air deal
Parents can watch games with their kids without worrying about subscription costs. Bars and restaurants with simple antennas can show games to attract customers. Local businesses might also find new chances to advertise during these broadcasts.
Older fans who remember the 1988-94 MY24 days feel nostalgic. Younger fans used to streaming might enjoy how easy it is to just turn on the TV with an antenna.
No matter your age, more people across Wisconsin can now talk about the games at work, school, or neighborhood gatherings. Free access makes it easier for everyone to join in, especially in smaller towns where cable is limited or expensive.
National TV games will still be available through NBA league partners, but local preseason and regular-season games are now widely available for free over the air.