WEST PALM BEACH, Florida — Miami Heat basketball is expanding its free television reach, with Sinclair’s WTCN/My15 beginning coverage October 16 under a new agreement for the 2026–27 season.
The station is expected to carry between 67 and 69 games, with the final total dependent on the National Basketball Association’s cup schedule. The agreement extends local access into the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast.
WTCN joins Miami’s WPLG/Local 10 in distributing the team’s television coverage. The announced broadcast team includes Eric Reid, John Crotty, Jason Jackson, Amy Audibert and Will Manso.
Free access still needs clear instructions
For viewers, the practical value is access to a substantial local game package without purchasing a streaming subscription. Reception still depends on location, antenna setup and the station’s coverage.
The package is not a promise that every Heat game will appear on WTCN. Fans should check individual listings, particularly when national rights or schedule changes affect availability.
For broadcasters, the larger question is whether expanded sports audiences produce durable local advertising relationships. The announcement establishes distribution; it does not establish the size of the audience or the financial return.
Source: TVNewsCheck’s October 15 report.
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