How to Watch Northwestern Wildcats Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: October 7, 2026
If you’re trying to catch the Northwestern Wildcats 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 BING @ NU 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 Northwestern Wildcats Game, by Streaming Service
You can watch upcoming Northwestern Wildcats games on Sling TV, Fubo, and DIRECTV Stream.
- Fri, Nov 20Northwestern Wildcats @ Virginia Tech Hokies2:00 PM CST
- Sun, Nov 22Dayton Flyers @ Northwestern Wildcats12:00 PM CST
- Fri, Nov 20Northwestern Wildcats @ Virginia Tech Hokies2:00 PM CST
- Sun, Nov 22Dayton Flyers @ Northwestern Wildcats12:00 PM CST
- Fri, Nov 20Northwestern Wildcats @ Virginia Tech Hokies2:00 PM CST
- Sun, Nov 22Dayton Flyers @ Northwestern Wildcats12:00 PM CST
How to Watch Binghamton Bearcats vs Northwestern Wildcats on November 1, 2026
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How to Watch Stony Brook Seawolves vs Northwestern Wildcats on November 5, 2026
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How to Watch Boston University Terriers vs Northwestern Wildcats on November 8, 2026
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How to Watch DePaul Blue Demons vs Northwestern Wildcats on November 12, 2026
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How to Watch Columbia Lions vs Northwestern Wildcats on November 15, 2026
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How to Watch Northwestern Wildcats vs Virginia Tech Hokies on November 20, 2026
You can watch Northwestern Wildcats vs Virginia Tech Hokies for free with Fubo, Fubo Elite, DIRECTV Stream, and DirecTV Stream Ultimate — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Dayton Flyers vs Northwestern Wildcats on November 22, 2026
You can watch Dayton Flyers vs Northwestern Wildcats for free with Fubo, Fubo Elite, DIRECTV Stream, and DirecTV Stream Ultimate — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Northeastern Huskies vs Northwestern Wildcats on November 26, 2026
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How to Watch Wisconsin Badgers vs Northwestern Wildcats on November 30, 2026
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How to Watch Northwestern Wildcats vs BYU Cougars on December 4, 2026
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Streaming Services That Carry Northwestern Games
| Service | Price | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|
| Sling TVCheapest | $45.99/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 Northwestern Games?
Across the 2 scheduled Northwestern 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 | 2 of 2 | 100% |
| Fubo | 2 of 2 | 100% |
| Fubo Elite | 2 of 2 | 100% |
| DIRECTV Stream | 2 of 2 | 100% |
| Hulu with Live TV | 2 of 2 | 100% |
| DirecTV Stream Ultimate | 2 of 2 | 100% |
| YouTube TV | 2 of 2 | 100% |
How Much Would It Cost to Watch Every Northwestern Game?
To cover every network carrying Northwestern Wildcats 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 Northwestern Wildcats for 22 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.
The Cheapest Way to Watch Northwestern (Without Free Trials)
If you want to catch every Northwestern Wildcats 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