The Brooklyn Nets are determined to snap their six-game losing streak as they prepare to face off against the Denver Nuggets, a formidable contender in the Western Conference. Fans can tune in to watch this exciting match for free on KTVD.
DENVER — On Thursday at Ball Arena, the Brooklyn Nets will be looking to turn their fortunes around against the Denver Nuggets, aiming to break their current slump.
Earlier this season, Michael Porter Jr. and the Nets (with a record of 12 wins and 33 losses, placing them 13th in the Eastern Conference) managed to secure a victory in their last encounter with Denver. Meanwhile, the Nuggets (31 wins and 16 losses, currently third in the Western Conference) have a home record of 12-9 this season, whereas Brooklyn has struggled on the road, boasting only 6 wins against 16 losses.
For those eager to catch the action, Thursday's game will be aired live over-the-air at no cost on KTVD, with coverage commencing at 6:30 p.m.
Brooklyn Nets vs. Denver Nuggets
* Date: Thursday, January 29
* Broadcast: KTVD in the 9NEWS viewing area
* Coverage begins at 6:30 p.m. MT on KTVD
In an exciting development earlier this year, Kroenke Sports & Entertainment revealed an extension of their partnership with TEGNA, the parent company of 9NEWS. This extension will provide coverage for 20 games each of the Denver Nuggets and the Colorado Avalanche for the 2025-26 sports season.
How to Watch the Nuggets and Avalanche Without Cable
Residents in the Denver metropolitan area and its surroundings can enjoy all Nuggets and Avalanche games for free by tuning into KTVD Channel 20 using a digital antenna. If you want to learn how to set up your antenna for free over-the-air television, more information is available here.
What is KTVD?
KTVD Channel 20 serves as a substation of 9NEWS, which is owned by TEGNA. Viewers can catch a variety of programming on 9NEWS, including morning news from 7 to 9 a.m., and evening broadcasts such as 9NEWS at 9 and 10 p.m. Additionally, sports fans can look forward to Bronco’s pre-season games and popular shows like "Suits" among other special programming.
Watching Nuggets and Avalanche Games Out of State
For viewers outside of Colorado, a new subscription service called Altitude+ is available, promising to stream every Nuggets and Avalanche game not covered by a national network or hindered by league-imposed blackouts—offering at least 60 games per team.
Finding 9NEWS KUSA and KTVD on Cable or Satellite
If you are a cable or satellite subscriber, simply check your TV listings to locate 9NEWS, KUSA, and KTVD. For those with voice-activated remotes, you can easily ask for channels like 9NEWS, My20, MyNetwork, NBC, KUSA, or KTVD.
Here’s where you can find 9NEWS KUSA:
* Xfinity Channel 9 or 653
* Dish Network Channel 9
* DirecTV Channel 9
And for 9NEWS KTVD:
* Xfinity Channel 5 or 657
* Dish Network Channel 20
* DirecTV Channel 20
Streaming KUSA and KTVD
9NEWS KUSA is also accessible through several paid streaming platforms, such as Fubo TV, DirecTV Stream, Hulu TV, and YouTube TV. If you've chosen to cut the cord, make sure your plan includes local NBC to catch 9NEWS. To view live NBC programming, including 9NEWS, via Peacock, subscribing to Peacock Premium Plus is necessary.
Currently, 9NEWS KTVD is available through Fubo TV and DirecTV Stream.
How to Watch KUSA and KTVD for Free Using a Digital Antenna
If you're considering watching these channels using a digital antenna, here's what you can expect:
9NEWS KUSA, the NBC affiliate, is found on channels 9.1 and 9.4, while additional programming includes COSI on 9.2, The Justice Network on 9.3, Quest on 9.5, and Circle on 9.6.
For 9NEWS KTVD, the MyNetwork TV affiliate, viewers can access it on channel 20.1, with Heroes & Icons airing on 20.2.
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How to Set Up Your Antenna for 9NEWS
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