Pistons Name DAZN Exclusive Direct‑to‑Consumer Streaming Partner

Overview

• The Pistons announced Tuesday that DAZN will be their exclusive direct‑to‑consumer streaming partner for the 2026‑27 season, offering live and on‑demand game streams plus team content.
• DAZN’s Pistons packages start at $19.99 per month or $119.99 per season with a seven‑day free trial, and an “Ultimate” tier costs $24.99 monthly or $139.99 per season and adds extra concurrent streams, alternate camera feeds, multiview and a one‑time 15% Pistons shop discount.
• Local over‑the‑air broadcasts will still be available through Scripps Sports on WMYD TV20 and regional affiliates in Michigan, restoring free local access for the first time since 2005.
• The move follows the April wind‑down of Main Street Sports/FanDuel Sports Network and fits a broader trend of NBA teams shifting regional rights to team‑controlled streaming deals with nontraditional distributors.
• Fans should expect more product features but also more fragmentation and potential added costs as multiple teams aggregate on DAZN, a U.K. streamer expanding beyond combat sports into regional NBA rights.