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Watch NBC Sports California

Watch NBC Sports California

Calling all Athletics, Sharks and Kings fans. Keep tabs on your favorite teams with NBC Sports California. Catch live Oakland Athletics, San Jose Sharks and Sacramento Kings games and in-depth coverage of even more Northern California’s sports teams, including the San Francisco Giants, Golden State Warriors and San Francisco 49ers.   

NBC Sports California is also home to high school sports programming and coverage of various Northern California colleges, including: 

  • University of San Francisco 
  • Santa Clara University 
  • University of the Pacific 

That’s just a sampling. The NBC Sports California channel also broadcasts pre- and post-game coverage, original content such as documentaries and sports talk shows and team-specific programming such as Kings Central

How Can I Watch NBC Sports California?

Wondering how to watch NBC Sports California? This regional sports channel is available to subscribers in the network’s coverage area with a DIRECTV CHOICE™ or higher package.   

Not in the coverage area? You can also get NBC Sports California by signing up for the DIRECTV SPORTS PACK, though blackout restrictions may apply for live game coverage for out-of-area subscribers. It’s also important to note that certain regional sports networks may not be available in your area.  

No matter what team or sport you love, DIRECTV Sports gives you a front-row seat to all the action. Check out DIRECTV’s sports schedules to find out when and how to watch your home team.  

Do I Need to Live in California to Watch NBC Sports California?

No, you don’t need to live in California to watch NBC Sports California. The network’s coverage area extends into parts of Oregon and western Nevada. Consult DIRECTV’s regional sports network locator to see whether NBC Sports California comes standard with your DIRECTV package.  

Not in NBC Sports California’s coverage area? No worries. Out-of-area subscribers can purchase the DIRECTV SPORTS PACK to access NBCSC and more than 40 other regional and specialty sports channels. Blackout restrictions apply for live game coverage for out-of-area subscribers. Also, keep in mind that not all regional sports networks are available in all areas. 

Watch NBC Sports California on DIRECTV

Whether you prefer to beam or stream your favorite Northern California sports teams, DIRECTV is your ticket to NBC Sports California content. Subscribe to a DIRECTV CHOICE™, ULTIMATE or PREMIER™ package to keep tabs on all the Kings, A’s and Sharks action. DIRECTV subscribers can find NBC Sports California on channel 698. 

Live stream NBC Sports California via the DIRECTV website or by logging into the DIRECTV app using your smart device of choice. And for even more action from your favorite sports teams and leagues, consult DIRECTV’s Sports & Live Events guide.  

Frequently Asked Questions

What Channel Is NBC Sports California?

Tune in to NBC Sports California on DIRECTV channel 698.

How Can I Watch NBC Sports California?

NBC Sports California is available to those with a DIRECTV CHOICE™ or higher programming package who live in the network’s coverage area. If you reside outside the coverage area, you can still get NBC Sports California via the DIRECTV SPORTS PACK. Not all regional sports networks are available in all areas, however. And blackout restrictions may apply for live game coverage. 

Does DIRECTV Have NBC Sports California?

Yes, DIRECTV does have NBC Sports California. You can watch with a DIRECTV CHOICE™, ULTIMATE or PREMIER™ programming package.

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