Before the 2023-24 NBA season kicks off, some of the best basketball players in the world will gather in the Philippines, Japan and Indonesia for the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup.
There will be no shortage of motivation for the teams and players involved. It's not the only way to earn a place in next summer's Olympics, but seven of the 32 countries participating in the tournament will earn a spot in the Paris Games.
The reigning champions, Spain enters the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup ranked No. 6 in the world. The USA ranks first despite its disappointing finish in 2019.
Viewers in the United States will have a number of options to watch the games, one of which is Courtside 1891.
What is Courtside 1891?
FIBA announced that six of the 92 games at the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup will air exclusively on ESPN2 in the United States. The 86 other games will be carried on ESPN+ and Courtside 1891.
Courtside 1891 is FIBA's official streaming service. It offers two subscriptions.
Courtside 1891 Plus is free and gives you access to "extended highlights and a curated feed for your favorite teams and competition." Courtside 1891 Max is a paid subscription that gives you allows you to watch "live game streams and full game replays." Geo-restrictions may apply to certain regions.
Find out which games are available in your region here.
If you just want to watch the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup, you can buy a pass for the entire tournament for $9.99. An annual pass, which includes the World Cup and other international competitions, costs $44.99.
Here's how FIBA describes the competitions available on the annual pass:
Courtside 1891 hosts live and on-demand content from FIBA’s international competitions, including the qualifiers and finals of the Basketball Men’s and Women’s World Cups, FIBA Men’s and Women’s continental cup competitions and youth events. Also, watch live and on-demand content from club competitions such as Basketball Champions League, as well as premium highlights from Liga Endesa, Japanese B.League and so much more.
You have to create a free account on Courtside 1891 before you can view and purchase subscription plans. Sign up here. Use code TSN10WC to receive a 10 percent discount.
How can I watch Courtside 1891?
Courtside 1891 can be streamed on your phone, tablet, laptop and desktop PCs.
There is an app available in the Apple and Android app stores for your phone. However, there is no dedicated app for tablet devices at this time.
Supported browser types and devices are listed below and will be updated should new ones be available:
- Chrome – Android mobile, Windows
- Safari – iOS mobile, Mac and tablet
- Firefox – Windows or Mac
- Edge – Windows
- Samsung Internet – Android mobile
- Android Webview – Android mobile
Can I cast Courtside 1891 onto my TV?
Yes, you can cast live and on-demand videos from Courtside 1891 to your TV.
Here are some steps to follow provided by the official Courtside 1891 site:
- From Chrome Browsers to a Chromecast device. To connect your browser to your Chromecast device, click "More" > "Cast" then select the device you wish to watch the stream.
- From Safari Browsers to Apple TV via AirPlay. To connect, click the AirPlay icon within the video player and select Apple TV.
- From the iOS app to both Apple TV via AirPlay and a Chromecast device. To connect, click on the respective icon within the video player
Why is it called Courtside 1891?
James Naismith is credited with inventing the game of basketball in the winter of 1891.
In naming its streaming service in Naismith's honor, FIBA aims to "celebrate and showcase the global game bringing you closer to your team(s) and the opportunity to discover more about the sport you love."
When is the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup?
The 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup will be held between Aug. 25 and Sept. 10. The tournament features two rounds of group play before the knockout portion.
