Memphis Grizzlies Announce Largest Free Over-the-Air Broadcast Schedule Since Relocation
The Memphis Grizzlies, in collaboration with a local TV station, have announced plans to broadcast multiple games over-the-air for free, representing the largest slate of such broadcasts since the team arrived in Memphis in 2001.
Memphis, TN, October 2, 2026 —
The Memphis Grizzlies organization, in partnership with an unnamed local television station, has revealed plans to make multiple regular-season games available for free broadcast over the airwaves. This initiative marks the most extensive series of free, over-the-air game broadcasts for the team since its relocation to Memphis in 2001.
Specific details regarding the number of games included in this broadcast schedule, the name of the collaborating local TV station, and the specific dates or opponents for these games were not immediately available in the announcement. Further information is anticipated to be released by the team.
This move is significant as it aims to increase accessibility for fans to watch the Grizzlies play. Historically, many professional sports broadcasts have been exclusively available through cable or satellite subscriptions, or specialized streaming services. Offering games over-the-air means that viewers with a standard television antenna can tune in without requiring any paid subscriptions.
The decision to increase the number of free broadcasts is a notable development for the team’s fan base in the Memphis area. This approach aims to connect with a broader audience, potentially including those who may not have consistent access to other viewing platforms. The team has not provided further details on the strategic reasoning behind this expansion of over-the-air broadcasts at this time.
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