The Utah Jazz have “opened negotiations” for a new television broadcast partner, the team has announced.
In a series of tweets, the team said “creating great fan experiences — in person and online — is our #1 priority” while noting they are “committed to providing enhance viewing options”.
Jazz games are seen on AT&T Sportsnet Rocky Mountain currently. Like several other regional sports networks around the country, distribution of the channel is limited to FuboTV and DirectTV Stream are the only streaming platforms offering the channel, while DirecTV and Comcast Xfinity are the only cable providers airing the network.
Jazz President Jim Olson told The Salt Lake Tribune “We’re excited about the productive discussions we have initiated with a variety of providers, and are looking forward to solidifying the best, future partnership for our organization and fans.”
The Tribune also reports the Jazz have been partnered with AT&T SportsNet, previously Fox Sports Net, since 2009 when the two signed a 12-year, $240 million deal. The deal has continued after AT&T SportsNet has extended the contract with an exclusive negotiating window clause.
