The journey to crown a new NBA champion has officially begun with the 2025 Playoffs, and fans can expect plenty of thrilling twists and Cinderella stories. While many talented teams are competing, only one will hoist the Larry O'Brien Trophy in June. Will the Boston Celtics achieve their first consecutive championship since 1969, or will the young and dynamic Oklahoma City Thunder capture their first title since relocating from Seattle?
For basketball fans looking to follow every moment of this weekend's playoff games, we have the complete viewing guide. The full schedule below details every first-round matchup, including start times and the broadcasting network for each game.
How to Watch the NBA Playoffs
Refer to the schedule below to find broadcast information for every First Round game this weekend:
Saturday, April 26
Cavaliers at Heat, Game 3 (10:00 AM PT on TNT)Thunder at Grizzlies, Game 4 (12:30 PM PT on TNT)Nuggets at Clippers, Game 4 (3:00 PM PT on TNT)Rockets at Warriors, Game 3 (5:30 PM PT on ABC)
Sunday, April 27
Knicks at Pistons, Game 4 (10:00 AM PT on ABC)Lakers at Timberwolves, Game 4 (12:30 PM PT on ABC)Celtics at Magic, Game 4 (4:00 PM PT on TNT)Pacers at Bucks, Game 4 (6:30 PM PT on TNT)
Streaming Options for NBA Playoff Games
Disney Bundle IncludedHulu + Live TV
3See it at Hulu
$30 Off First MonthFubo (Pro)
2See it at Fubo
Annual Plan AvailableNBC Peacock (Premium)
2See it at Peacock
Limited-Time OfferDirecTV Stream (Choice)
3See it at DirecTVCord-cutters can still enjoy all the playoff action through various online streaming platforms. Many of these services provide free trial periods, giving you a perfect opportunity to evaluate the service while catching the latest games.
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