Warner Bros. Discovery recently revealed its plans to offer live sports streaming on its Max platform through the Bleacher Report Sports Add-On tier. Initially available for free, this add-on will eventually become a paid service. Here’s everything you need to know about Max’s upcoming sports streaming:
Starting from October 5, 2023, the Bleacher Report tier will be launched and accessible to all customers at no cost until February 29, 2024. Subsequently, the add-on will be priced at $9.99 per month and will be available across all tiers of Max.
What can viewers expect from this sports package? The offering will include live games from various leagues such as MLB, NHL, NBA, U.S. Soccer, and the NCAA March Madness tournament. By taking advantage of the free preview during this limited time, Max subscribers can enjoy a majority of the 2023-2024 NBA season as well as the MLB playoffs. All games airing on TNT and TBS will be part of this package.
Nevertheless, it’s important to note that Max’s current sports offering is limited to games broadcasted on TNT and TBS. Unlike Peacock, which showcases exclusive sporting events, Max will be featuring games that are also accessible through cable TV or streaming platforms like Hulu + Live TV.
Considering their decision to integrate sports into Max, Warner Bros. Discovery mentions its goal of reaching sports fans across various platforms. Luis Silberwasser, the chairman and CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery Sports, stated, “We want to be everywhere sports fans are, and our unparalleled offering of leading sports, combined with the power of the Bleacher Report brand and content, including the unique way B/R engages with young sports fans, all delivered through the new Max platform, will enable us to broaden our audience and delight new fans.”
In conclusion, the introduction of sports streaming on Max will greatly benefit cord cutters, simplifying the process of watching events like March Madness. For those who already have Max, this will be the most cost-effective way to catch all the exciting games of the upcoming year’s March Madness.
