The 2026 NBA Draft - How, When & Where to Watch the NBA Draft 2026 LIVE on ABC & ESPN
When is the NBA Draft 2026? Where can I watch the NBA Draft? Maybe you're just wondering how to watch the NBA Draft 2026? You've come to the right place. ABC and ESPN platforms will present the 2026 NBA Draft June 23-24 from Barclays Center in Brooklyn, with ABC spotlighting the first round's biggest stories and moments. ABC's first-round presentation begins Tuesday, June 23, at 8 p.m. ET, hosted by Kevin Negandhi with Kenny Smith, Jay Williams and Richard Jefferson. The broadcast will focus on draftee stories, special guests, family moments and the emotion of Draft night. ESPN's first-round coverage starts at 7 p.m. ET, led by Malika Andrews with Jay Bilas, Tim Legler, Andraya Carter, Bobby Marks, Lisa Salters, Shams Charania and Fran Fraschilla, delivering expert analysis and draft-night insight.
Watch the NBA Draft livestream online for Day 1 at ABC.com. Just sign in, select your TV provider and WATCH! Go to the menu and select "LIVE" to sign in, select your TV provider and WATCH! SIGN IN NOW to WATCH Online and all the action come draft day! Watch the 2026 NBA Draft LIVE* on ABC and be sure to watch additional coverage and events on ESPN!
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ESPN.com is also providing in-depth coverage of the NBA Draft on its dedicated section. All of ESPN's NBA Draft broadcast coverage is also available on the ESPN App.
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* The ABC live stream requires a participating TV provider account. Show and episode availability are subject to change. Live streaming available in Chicago, Fresno, Houston, Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia, Raleigh-Durham and San Francisco.