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Suns vs Mavericks live stream: Can you watch the NBA game for free?

A marquee matchup takes place tonight between two of the top 10 Western Conference teams. The 25-18 Phoenix Suns travel to the American Airlines Arena to take on the 24-19 Dallas Mavericks in a matchup that has gotten chippy in the past. This will be their second time stepping on the court with one another in just under a month. The Suns look good as they are going on a 7-3 run in the last three games, averaging 118.9 PPG. The Mavericks have had a few struggles, going 5-5 in the last 10 games, but Luka Dončić still leads the team in scoring with 33.6 PPG. Yet, it was just announced that he is questionable for tonight’s matchup due to a back injury.

The game tips off soon, at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC. If you are looking to live stream the broadcast of the game, here is everything you need to know about where to watch it online.

The Best Way to Watch Suns vs Mavericks Live Stream

Sling TV on Apple TV.
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Sling TV now sits at the forefront in the world of cable cord cutting. If you love live television and streaming live sports, look no further than Sling TV. It’s a platform that allows you to customize what you’re paying for. There are two packages you can sign up for: Sling Orange and Sling Blue. Sling TV Orange heavily focuses on live television as it provides a lot of options for access to live sports. This Sling deal get 50% off your first month right now when you sign up.

Is There a Free Suns vs Mavericks Live Stream?

FuboTV app icon on Apple TV.
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By signing up with a platform like Fubo or DirecTV Stream, you can get a free trial and watch tonight’s matchup. Keep in mind that there is a seven-day Fubo free trial period, and DirecTV Stream has a five-day one. After that, whatever package you have bought will come into play. Fubo has become a staple for live sports fans who have ditched cable and live streamed their sports content. Fubo prides itself on having no contracts, and you can cancel anytime. Sign up tonight and add your NBA League Pass to either DirecTV Stream or Fubo to catch all the out-of-market games you want.

How to Watch Suns vs Mavericks Live Stream from Abroad

NordVPN for Apple TV.
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If you happen to be outside the U.S., a virtual private network is your best bet for streaming U.S.-based games. We recommend NordVPN for its affordability and reliability. NordVPN comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee and can be utilized in sixty countries on over five thousand servers. It’s compatible with Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android TV, and there is no limit to your bandwidth while live streaming.

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