DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks and WFAA’s parent company TEGNA announced today a multi-year media rights agreement that will make WFAA the team's official local broadcast partner.
Under the new deal, all non-nationally televised Mavericks games – 70 or more this upcoming season – will be broadcast for free over-the-air on either WFAA (Ch. 8) or the TEGNA-owned KMPX (Ch. 29).
Here’s everything you need to know about the new agreement.
How can I watch the Mavs without cable?
MFFLs living in the DFW metroplex and surrounding areas will be able to watch the Mavs on WFAA Ch. 8 (15 or more games) and KMPX Ch. 29 (all non-exclusive national games) for free over-the-air with the use of a digital TV antenna. Head here for more on how free over-the-air tv works and to learn how to set up an antenna.
How many games will be on WFAA Ch. 8 and how many on Ch. 29?
A minimum of 15 games in the 2024-25 season will air on WFAA Ch. 8, and all regular season games (including the 15 on WFAA) will air on KMPX Ch. 29. WFAA Ch. 8 will also broadcast five other Mavericks games as part ABC’s exclusive national NBA schedule: Dec. 25 vs. Minnesota, Jan. 25 vs. Boston, Feb. 23 @ Golden State, Mar. 9 vs Phoenix, and Mar. 16 vs. Philadelphia.
What is KMPX Ch. 29?
KMPX is a full-power UHF (ultra high frequency), high-definition station owned and operated by WFAA’s parent company TEGNA. As a UHF station, KMPX’s signal strength is stronger than WFAA’s. The Spanish-language content currently airing on Ch. 29 will be relocated to a different channel prior to the start of the Mavericks regular season, and KMPX will be rebranded as it becomes a fully locally-programmed independent station. Details on Ch. 29 will be communicated to fans and viewers ahead of the start of the season – including information on where to watch Ch. 29 by provider. Or, you can watch for free, with an over-the-air antenna.
I don’t see KMPX Ch. 29 on my guide, will I still be able to watch the Mavs for free?
Different distributors (cable, satellite, and internet providers) carry local channels in different places on each lineup. KMPX’s distribution or channel position is likely to change between now and the start of the season to give the most fans possible the opportunity to watch games. Stay tuned to WFAA, WFAA.com, Mavs.com and your local channel guide for more detailed information as the season approaches.
Who will be calling the Mavs games this season?
Talent for the 2024-25 Mavs Season will be announced at a later date.
How can I watch Mavs games if I live outside of Dallas?
All non-national games will also be broadcast on TEGNA stations in Waco (KCEN and KAGS), Tyler (KYTX), Midland-Odessa (KWES), Abilene (KXVA), and San Angelo (KIDY). Those station websites and local game listings from your distributor will be updated with information on times as the season progresses. TEGNA and the Mavericks will also be working with partner broadcast companies to announce additional Texas markets in the coming days.
How can I watch Mavs games out of state?
Mavericks fans who live outside of the state and are interested in watching the team’s game should consider purchasing a subscription to NBA League Pass.