Where to Watch Pacers vs Knicks: TV & Streaming Guide

If you’re trying to catch the Indiana Pacers take on the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden tonight, you’ve probably run into the same hurdle: figuring out which channel and streaming service actually has the game. Between regional sports networks and the new national broadcast lineup, the options can feel like a maze. We’ve mapped out every way to watch — on TV, online, and without a cable subscription — so you don’t miss tip-off.

Game Date: March 17, 2026 ·
Venue: Madison Square Garden ·
TV Channels: FDSIN, MSG ·
Streaming: NBA League Pass, Prime Video ·
Tip-Off Time: 7:30 p.m. ET

Seven key details summarize everything you need to know about this matchup.

Where can I watch Pacers vs. Knicks live?

TV channels for the game

• Indiana viewers: FanDuel Sports Network Indiana (FDSIN) (Fubo News streaming guide)
• New York viewers: MSG Network (Fubo News)
• If the game gets a national slot, it would appear on ESPN, TNT, or ABC — but that hasn’t been confirmed (Heavy)

Streaming services carrying the game

• NBA League Pass streams all out-of-market games, except those on national TV (Business Insider streaming analysis)
• Prime Video carries select NBA games this season (Business Insider)
• Peacock streams 100 NBA games during the regular season, but this game’s status is unconfirmed (Peacock official NBA page)

The implication: your location determines nearly every viewing option. If you live in the Pacers or Knicks market, you’ll need a service that carries FDSIN or MSG — and that means a live TV bundle.

What channel is the Knicks game on?

Regional sports networks for New York Knicks

• MSG Network is the exclusive regional carrier for Knicks home games (Fubo News streaming guide)
• In-market streaming on MSG GO requires a TV provider login

National broadcast channels

• Nationally televised NBA games air on ABC, ESPN, TNT, and now NBC and Peacock (Business Insider streaming analysis)
• This game has not been assigned to a national network as of yet (Heavy)

What this means: if you’re in the New York area, MSG is your most reliable bet for the Knicks broadcast, but you’ll need a cable login or a live TV streaming subscription to access it.

How to watch the Knicks game tonight?

Using cable or satellite subscription

• Check your channel lineup for MSG (New York) or FDSIN (Indiana)
• If you have a login, use the MSG GO app or FDSIN app for mobile streaming

Streaming with NBA League Pass

• League Pass shows all out-of-market games except those on national broadcast or streaming (Business Insider streaming analysis)
• If you’re outside Indiana and New York, League Pass will work — but confirm no national broadcast is scheduled first

Using free trials of over-the-top services

• Fubo Pro: 7-day free trial, includes MSG and many regional sports networks (Heavy)
• DirecTV Stream Choice: 5-day free trial, includes MSG and FDSIN (Heavy)
• YouTube TV Base Plan: includes local channels and regional sports (free trial varies) (Heavy)
• NBA League Pass via Prime Video: 7-day free trial for out-of-market games (Heavy)

The pattern: every legal streaming path either costs money or requires a free trial. There is no free, permanent live stream for a single game.

Can I stream NBA live for free?

Legitimate free streaming options

• No official source offers a full free live stream of NBA games without a subscription
• Free trials of paid services (Fubo, DirecTV Stream, YouTube TV) are the closest you can get to a free viewing (Heavy)
• An over-the-air antenna can pick up local ABC broadcasts if the game is nationally televised on ABC (Business Insider streaming analysis)

Risks of unauthorized streams

• Unofficial streams often violate copyright, may carry malware, and can be unreliable
• Reportedly, many free streams shut down mid-game or have poor quality (based on user reports; no official source)

Why this matters: the only risk-free “free” option is an antenna for ABC games — and that only works if this game ends up on a local affiliate.

How to watch Pacers game tonight without cable?

Streaming services that carry regional sports

• FDSIN is available on Fubo and DirecTV Stream (Fubo News streaming guide)
• Check if your ZIP code qualifies for these services — regional availability varies (Business Insider streaming analysis)

Using an antenna for local broadcasts

• If the game is on ABC, an HD antenna can provide free over-the-air reception in most metro areas
• No antenna works for cable channels like MSG or FDSIN

NBA League Pass out-of-market

• If you live outside the Indiana and New York markets, League Pass is the simplest cable-free option (Business Insider streaming analysis)
• Cost: roughly $15/month for the basic plan (price subject to change)

The trade-off: in-market viewers must use a live TV streaming bundle for regional channels; out-of-market viewers can get away with League Pass or Prime Video.

Three streaming plans, one pattern: the cheapest bundle depends on whether you need regional sports or can live with national-only coverage.

The implication: if you need MSG or FDSIN, Fubo Pro offers the best free trial and the lowest regional coverage price. Out-of-market viewers can skip live TV bundles entirely and rely on League Pass or Prime Video.

Step-by-step guide to watching Pacers vs Knicks without cable

1. Determine your location type. Are you in the Indiana or New York region (where blackouts apply), or out-of-market? Check your ZIP code on NBA League Pass’ availability page.
2. In-market for Knicks? Sign up for Fubo Pro (7-day free trial) or DirecTV Stream Choice (5-day free trial) — both carry MSG Network (Heavy).
3. In-market for Pacers? Use Fubo Pro or DirecTV Stream Choice — both carry FDSIN (Fubo News).
4. Out-of-market? Subscribe to NBA League Pass ($15/mo) or use Prime Video’s NBA offerings ($9/mo as part of Prime) (Business Insider streaming analysis).
5. Check for national broadcast. If the game is picked up by ABC, get an antenna for free over-the-air viewing. If on ESPN/TNT/NBC, the services above will cover it.
6. Set a reminder. Tip-off is 7:30 p.m. ET — start your free trial or log in at least 15 minutes early to avoid buffering.

What’s confirmed and what’s not

“Pacers vs. Knicks can be watched live on Fubo with no cable required.”

Fubo News (streaming guide)

“The cheapest way to live stream all nationally broadcast NBA games is to subscribe to ESPN Unlimited, Peacock, and Prime Video separately.”

Business Insider (streaming analysis)

For cord-cutters in Indiana and New York, the decision comes down to whether a free trial of Fubo or DirecTV Stream is worth the commitment for one game. Out-of-market fans have an easier path: NBA League Pass or Prime Video deliver the game without the blackout headache. The implication is clear: check your local network assignment first, then pick the free trial that matches, or you might end up paying for a month just to watch one matchup.

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