This year’s postseason will look slightly different with the addition of the play-in tournament, which will expand the field from 16 to 20 total teams.
But when it comes down to the playoff bracket, the mission is still the same: Win 16 games, and capture the Larry O’Brien trophy.
Here’s everything you need to know about watching the 2021 NBA playoffs, including TV schedules for playoff games.
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How to watch NBA playoff games
TV: ABC, ESPN, TNT Stream: Watch ESPN | Watch TNT | fuboTV Live scores: SN Scoreboard
NBA playoff games will once again be split between ESPN and TNT. First- and second-round games are scattered across both networks. Every NBA Finals game will be shown exclusively on ABC.
The primary outlets for live streaming 2021 NBA playoff games are Watch ESPN and Watch TNT, both available on desktop and by downloading the mobile apps.
Games on ABC and ESPN can also be streamed on fuboTV, which offers a 7-day free trial.
NBA playoff schedule 2021
(All times Eastern)
July 6
July 8
July 11
July 14
July 17
July 20
July 22
- If necessary
