Google and Disney still haven't reached a deal, but the two sides have shown interest in bring ABC and ESPN back on YouTube TV in the meantime.

Disney pulled its channels including ESPN and ABC from YouTube TV after contract negotiations between the companies failed, but some alternative services offering the channels have free trials for viewers.

Fubo TV has been kind enough to offer seven-day free trial for those impacted by the Disney-YouTube TV dispute. This will give fans access to ESPN for Tuesday's 7:45 p.m. CT tipoff. When signing up for the seven-day free trial, it's important to remember to cancel the subscription after the week is up.

The current mess battle between YouTube TV and the Walt Disney Co. provides an opportunity to rethink having paid live television.

Disney and YouTube TV are stuck in a stalemate. ESPN personalities are appealing to YouTube TV customers, but their messages might not be resonating.