After an explosive Season 12, “Basketball Wives” wrapped up last Monday (7/28/2025) with a finale-worthy fight that left viewers choosing sides between mother-daughter duo Jackie and Chantel.
But don’t hold your breath for closure because the show won’t be airing its usual reunion special this year. And with no official word yet on a Season 13 renewal, the future of the franchise remains uncertain.
For now, viewers can catch up on the drama for free by signing up for free trials through streaming services that offer VH1, like Philo (7-day free trial) and DirecTV (5-day free trial).
Fubo also carries VH1 and offers $20 off the first month of service.
What are the differences between the streaming services?
Philo – This is the best name for budget live TV around. You get 70+ channels and unlimited DVR for just $28/month, and it’s currently offering a 7-day free trial. You won’t find a ton of sports options on Philo, but if you love entertainment and lifestyle channels like Paramount Network, Comedy Central, BET and more, the price can’t be beat.
Read more: Why we think Philo’s free trial on its streaming service is best in class
DirecTV – Watch live TV from major broadcast and popular cable networks. Enjoy local and national live sports, breaking news and must-see shows the moment they air. Included: unlimited cloud DVR storage space so you can record as many shows as you want and stream them from wherever you go. DTV starts at $34.99 per month after a 5-day free trial when you shop their customizable genre packs.
Read more: DirecTV is offering lowest price of the year in a rare, limited-time deal
DirecTV
5-day free trial
Get $35 off your first month and enjoy local and national live sports, breaking news and must-see shows.
Fubo – Fubo offers one of the widest selections of channels among live TV streaming services. More than 220 channels, including all the sports and entertainment you love, plus sports add-ons for those niche networks you rely on, and it all starts with $20 off the first month of service.
What is ‘Basketball Wives’ about?
According to the series’ official synopsis per Fubo, “The best friends featured in this series have more than mutual companionship in common: They are either the wife, ex-wife or girlfriend of an NBA superstar. Though they drive expensive cars, live in mansions and wear designer clothes and jewelry, life is not always glamorous. Protecting what they have takes a lot of work … like fending off groupies, dealing with the jealous kind and trying to find stable ground in their often unstable world. Shaunie O’Neal, Shaquille’s ex-wife, is the show’s featured star and one of its executive producers.”
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