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YouTube TV vs. Hulu with Live TV is a contentious debate. Both cord-cutting offerings make the list of our best cable TV alternatives. Both offer all the four major broadcast networks, unlimited DVR space and multiple simultaneous streams.

None of this is to say that there will be a resurgence in cable and satellite subscriptions. The more poignant message here is the notable dissatisfaction and discontent with mainstream streaming services, which are often criticized for increasing prices, increasing ad loads, and fragmented content.

You can watch USA Network on DirecTV, which also comes with your local NBC station. New users are eligible for a five-day free trial through DirecTV when you sign up for one of its four packages. Every streaming package includes USA Network as well as CNBC, MSNBC and dozens of other channels.

While NBA Cup games broadcast on TV across NBC and ESPN, the in-season tournament can also be streamed on web-based streaming cable services — like DirecTV, Fubo and Hulu + Live TV — some of which even offer free trials. Games are also streamable on Prime Video and Peacock.

Netflix Inc. is actively exploring a bid for Warner Bros. Discovery Inc.’s studio and streaming businesses, Reuters reported, citing people with knowledge of the matter.