The Nuggets aim for another home victory, hosting the Orlando Magic on a free broadcast on 9NEWS starting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday.
DENVER — The Denver Nuggets look to prolong their five-game win streak with a victory against the Magic.
Denver and Orlando meet Thursday for the first time this season. The Nuggets are 7-4 at home this season, while the Magic are 5-6 on the road.
You can watch Thursday’s game over-the-air for free on 9NEWS and KTVD. Coverage starts at 6:30 p.m.
Orlando Magic vs. Denver Nuggets
- Thursday, Dec. 18
- TV: 9NEWS KUSA-TV in 9NEWS’ viewing area
- Coverage starts at 6:30 p.m. MT on 9NEWS and KTVD
Earlier this year, Kroenke Sports & Entertainment announced an extension of its agreement with TEGNA, 9NEWS’ parent company, that brings 20 Denver Nuggets and 20 Avalanche games to 9NEWS and KTVD for the 2025-26 season.
How can I watch the Nuggets/Avs without cable?
People living in the Denver metro and surrounding areas can watch all the Nuggets/Avs on KTVD Ch. 20 for free over the air with the use of a digital antenna. Head here for more on how free over-the-air TV works and how to set up an antenna.
What is KTVD?
KTVD Ch. 20 is a substation of 9NEWS owned by TEGNA, 9NEWS’ parent company. You can watch 9NEWS Mornings from 7 to 9 a.m., 9NEWS at 9 and 10 at 9 a.m. and 10 a.m., 9NEWS at 9 at 9 p.m., Bronco’s pre-season games and specials, fan-favorite shows like “Suits,” and other 9NEWS special programming.
How can I watch Nuggets/Avs games out of state?
A new subscription-based direct-to-consumer platform, Altitude+, will offer all Nuggets and Avalanche games not exclusive to a national network or subject to a league-mandated blackout – at least 60 games per team.
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What channels are available using a digital antenna?
9NEWS KUSA, the NBC affiliate, is on channels 9.1 and 9.4.
9NEWS also broadcasts COSI on 9.2, The Justice Network on 9.3, Quest on 9.5, and Circle on 9.6.
9NEWS KTVD, the MyNetwork TV affiliate, is on channel 20.1 and Heroes & Icons is on 20.2.
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