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NBA games on TV today: Full schedule, times, TV channels, live streams to watch basketball playoffs

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NBA games on TV today: Full schedule, times, TV channels, live streams to watch basketball playoffs

Context:

The NBA playoffs are currently underway, with numerous top teams vying for the coveted Larry O'Brien Trophy. Despite the Thunder and Cavs leading their respective conferences, the championship path is open to several contenders, including the defending champions, the Celtics, and the experienced Warriors. Fans can enjoy nearly daily games through June, broadcasted on networks like ABC, ESPN, NBA TV, TNT, and truTV, with streaming available on Sling. The 2025 NBA Finals will be exclusively aired on ABC, offering expansive coverage for basketball enthusiasts. Sling TV provides a comprehensive viewing option for sports fans, featuring channels such as ESPN, TBS, and TNT at an affordable rate for the first month of service.

Dive Deeper:

  • The NBA playoffs feature a competitive lineup with the Thunder and Cavs having dominated their conferences during the regular season, yet the competition remains fierce with teams like the Celtics and Warriors in the mix.

  • Basketball fans can watch playoff games almost every day leading up to June, providing extensive coverage and entertainment throughout the playoff season.

  • Key broadcasting networks for the playoffs include ABC, ESPN, NBA TV, TNT, and truTV, ensuring fans have multiple options to catch the games live.

  • Sling TV offers a comprehensive streaming service for the NBA playoffs, providing access to a variety of sports channels for as low as $23 for the initial month, making it an attractive option for viewers.

  • The 2025 NBA Finals will be exclusively available on ABC, ensuring that fans have a centralized network for watching the pinnacle of the basketball season.

  • Marc Lancaster, an experienced sports editor and journalist, is associated with The Sporting News and has been covering the playoffs, bringing his extensive background in sports journalism to the forefront.

  • The playoff schedule includes a mix of weekday and weekend games, catering to various audience preferences and ensuring widespread accessibility to live basketball action.

  • The quest for the Larry O'Brien Trophy is underway, with the best teams in the NBA working their way through the two-month playoff gauntlet.

  • Though the Thunder and Cavs dominated their respective conferences during the regular season, the road to the NBA Finals appears wide open for multiple contenders, from the defending champion Celtics to a veteran Warriors squad. 

  • The best part for basketball fans? They can watch playoff games nearly every day into June. Here's everything you need to know about today's matchups and the upcoming schedule.

  • NBA games on TV today

    Thursday, May 8

    Matchup Time (ET) TV/Live stream
    Timberwolves vs. Warriors, Game 2 8:30 p.m. TNT, Sling

    NBA Playoffs 2025: TV channels, live streams

    • TV channels: ABC, ESPN, NBA TV, TNT, truTV
    • Live streams: Sling (U.S.)
    NBA Playoff games will air on ABC, ESPN, NBA TV, TNT and truTV. The 2025 NBA Finals will air exclusively on ABC. All postseason games can also be streamed on Sling.

  • Sling is the home for sports fans, as it offers a wide range of channels. You can always cheer for your favorite teams with channels like ESPN, TBS, TNT, NFL Network, FS1 and more.

  • Stream the 2025 NBA Playoffs

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  • NBA playoffs schedule 2025

    Friday, May 9

    Matchup Time (ET) TV/Live stream
    Pacers vs. Cavs, Game 3 7:30 p.m. ESPN, Sling
    Nuggets vs. Thunder, Game 3 10 p.m. ESPN, Sling

    Saturday, May 10

    Matchup Time (ET) TV/Live stream
    Knicks vs. Celtics, Game 3 3:30 p.m. ABC, Sling
    Warriors vs. Timberwolves, Game 3 8:30 p.m. ABC, Sling

    Sunday, May 11

    Matchup Time (ET) TV/Live stream
    Nuggets vs. Thunder, Game 4 3:30 p.m. ABC, Sling
    Pacers vs. Cavs, Game 4 8 p.m. TNT, Sling

    Monday, May 12

    Matchup Time (ET) TV/Live stream
    Knicks vs. Celtics, Game 4 7:30 p.m. ESPN, Sling
    Warriors vs. Timberwolves, Game 4 10 p.m. ESPN, Sling

    Tuesday, May 13

    Matchup Time (ET) TV/Live stream
    Cavs vs. Pacers, Game 5* TBA TNT, Sling
    Thunder vs. Nuggets, Game 5 TBA TNT, Sling
    * If necessary

  • Wednesday, May 14

    Matchup Time (ET) TV/Live stream
    Celtics vs. Knicks, Game 5* TBA TNT, Sling
    Timberwolves vs. Warriors, Game 5* TBA TNT, Sling
    * If necessary

  • Thursday, May 15

    Matchup Time (ET) TV/Live stream
    Pacers vs. Cavs, Game 6* TBA ESPN, Sling
    Nuggets vs. Thunder, Game 6* TBA ESPN, Sling
    * If necessary

  • Friday, May 16

    Matchup Time (ET) TV/Live stream
    Knicks vs. Celtics, Game 6* 8 p.m. ESPN, Sling
    * If necessary

  • Sunday, May 18

    Matchup Time (ET) TV/Live stream
    Cavs vs. Pacers, Game 7* TBA TBA, Sling
    Thunder vs. Nuggets, Game 7* TBA TBA, Sling
    Warriors vs. Timberwolves, Game 6* TBA TBA, Sling
    * If necessary

  • Monday, May 19

    Matchup Time (ET) TV/Live stream
    Celtics vs. Knicks, Game 7* 8 p.m. TNT, Sling
    * If necessary

  • Tuesday, May 20

    Matchup Time (ET) TV/Live stream
    Timberwolves vs. Warriors, Game 7* 8:30 p.m. ESPN, Sling
    * If necessary

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