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The Portland Trail Blazers have announced a new chapter in broadcasting by partnering with Sinclair Broadcast Group to launch the Rip City Television Network and the paid streaming service BlazerVision, marking the first time in the franchise’s history that the majority of games will be available on local television. This agreement significantly expands the broadcast reach, quadrupling the viewership across Oregon and Washington, allowing fans to experience Blazers basketball wherever they are.
The Rip City Television Network will include Sinclair’s broadcasting stations throughout the Pacific Northwest, with games aired on KATU and KUNP in Portland. Fans outside of the Portland metro area can also watch the games on stations such as KUNS, KTVL, KVAL, and others in Seattle, Medford, Eugene, and Yakima/Pasco. This means fans can catch Blazers games not just on cable channels but also on free-to-air broadcast stations.
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BlazerVision: Watch Blazers Anytime, Anywhere
BlazerVision, the new streaming service, offers fans an easy way to watch non-exclusively televised Blazers games on any device. Accessible through the NBA app or NBA.com, BlazerVision is available on various devices such as iPhone, iPad, Android, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, PlayStation 5, and Xbox One.
The service costs $120 for the entire season or $19.99 per month, starting November 1. Fans who subscribe to the full season by November 1 will also receive a pair of Upper Bowl tickets to a select Blazers game during the 2024-25 season. Rip City United members with full or half-season tickets will receive a complimentary one-year BlazerVision subscription as part of their ticket package.
Bringing Blazers Closer to Fans
Dewayne Hankins, President of Business Operations for the Blazers, said: “Launching the Rip City Television Network and BlazerVision is a significant milestone, making it easier than ever for fans to enjoy Blazers basketball, whether on TV or streaming. This is a big win for Rip City.”
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Rob Weisbord, President of Sinclair, added: “We look forward to working with the Blazers to extend Rip City basketball’s reach through over-the-air broadcasts, giving unparalleled access to fans. This partnership will have a major impact on basketball enthusiasts throughout the Pacific Northwest.”
A Top-Notch Broadcasting Experience
The Blazers’ award-winning broadcast team, including Kevin Calabro, Lamar Hurd, and Brooke Olzendam, will continue to call the games. They have won two consecutive NW Emmy Awards for Best Live Sporting Event Broadcast. Additionally, pregame, halftime, and postgame shows will continue to deliver high-quality coverage, ensuring fans get the best experience each game.
With the combined reach of the Rip City Television Network and the convenience of BlazerVision, Blazers fans will now have more ways to immerse themselves in the excitement of Rip City. The world of Blazers basketball is set to expand, bringing unparalleled experiences to fans everywhere.
