I would really like to see the cost annalyst on this subject.
I have Dish. I pay for the "sports package" for $5.95 per month (I think). I can't remember a time when I didn't get a TECH game that was on Gameplan and I remember a few that I did get and they were not on Gameplan. You have to search for them but usually I can find our games.
Now, as far as "other sports" I don't really care enough to make a difference for me.
FYI, I love my DISH. I just wish I could "bundle" it with my phone, cell, and DSL!