How to Watch Houston Cougars Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: October 7, 2026
If you’re trying to catch the Houston Cougars this 2027 College Basketball season without paying for a full cable package, you’re in the right place. They have 10 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with LAS @ HOU on November 1, 2026. Below, for each game we break down exactly which network is carrying it, which streaming services include that network, and — importantly — which of those services offer a free trial so you can watch without spending a dime.
Every Upcoming Houston Cougars Game, by Streaming Service
You can watch upcoming Houston Cougars games on Sling TV, Fubo, and DIRECTV Stream.
- Tue, Dec 8Houston Cougars @ Alabama Crimson Tide5:30 PM CST
- Tue, Dec 8Houston Cougars @ Alabama Crimson Tide5:30 PM CST
- Tue, Dec 8Houston Cougars @ Alabama Crimson Tide5:30 PM CST
How to Watch La Salle Explorers vs Houston Cougars on November 1, 2026
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How to Watch Houston Cougars vs California Golden Bears on November 7, 2026
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How to Watch Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs Houston Cougars on November 10, 2026
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How to Watch Houston Cougars vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights on November 17, 2026
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How to Watch Oakland Golden Grizzlies vs Houston Cougars on November 26, 2026
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How to Watch Queens University Royals vs Houston Cougars on November 28, 2026
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How to Watch Central Arkansas Bears vs Houston Cougars on December 1, 2026
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How to Watch Texas State Bobcats vs Houston Cougars on December 4, 2026
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How to Watch Houston Cougars vs Alabama Crimson Tide on December 8, 2026
You can watch Houston Cougars vs Alabama Crimson Tide for free with Fubo, Fubo Elite, DIRECTV Stream, and DirecTV Stream Ultimate — all offer free trials.
How to Watch LSU Tigers vs Houston Cougars on December 12, 2026
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Streaming Services That Carry Houston Games
| Service | Price | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|
| Sling TVCheapest | $45.99/mo | No |
| Sling TV with All ExtrasCheapest | $67/mo | No |
| Fubo | $73.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| Fubo Elite | $89.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| DIRECTV Stream | $86.99/mo | Free for 5 Days |
| Hulu with Live TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 3 Days |
| DirecTV Stream Ultimate | $109.99/mo | Free for 5 Days |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
Which Streaming Service Has the Most Houston Games?
Across the 3 scheduled Houston games with a broadcaster listed, here is how many each streaming service carries, and what share of the season that covers.
| Service | Games | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Sling TVCheapest | 3 of 3 | 100% |
| Sling TV with All ExtrasCheapest | 3 of 3 | 100% |
| Fubo | 3 of 3 | 100% |
| Fubo Elite | 3 of 3 | 100% |
| DIRECTV Stream | 3 of 3 | 100% |
| Hulu with Live TV | 3 of 3 | 100% |
| DirecTV Stream Ultimate | 3 of 3 | 100% |
| YouTube TV | 3 of 3 | 100% |
How Much Would It Cost to Watch Every Houston Game?
To cover every network carrying Houston Cougars games this season, you'd need 1 service:
- Sling TV: $45.99/mo
But you don't need to pay all that. These services offer a free trial:
- Fubo: free for 7 days
- YouTube TV: free for 7 days
- DIRECTV Stream: free for 5 days
- Hulu with Live TV: free for 3 days
That means you can watch Houston Cougars for 22 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.
The Cheapest Way to Watch Houston (Without Free Trials)
If you want to catch every Houston Cougars game and you're past the free trial window, the most affordable combination is 1 service at $45.99/mo:
- Sling TV — $45.99/mo
Last updated: October 7, 2026