Where to watch the 2024 NBA Finals: TV channel, streaming links, schedule & more

Here's all you need to know about where you can catch the showpiece finale to this season's playoffs

The 2023-24 NBA Playoffs are underway, as close to a dozen-and-a-half teams face off across three scintillating rounds of action all the way through to the climax of the season. The 2024 NBA Finals will serve as the last act of another enthralling year, and only two sides can make it there.

The showpiece event of the NBA season, the finals follow the same format as the rest of the NBA Playoffs. They pit two sides - in this case, the respective champion teams of the Eastern and Western Conferences - in a best-of-seven encounter, with the victor crowned the NBA Champion.

Last year’s victors, the Denver Nuggets, are one of several sides with designs on the title once again this campaign, but between them and a historic repeat, a sweeping slate of other contenders are firmly in the mix to prevail and get their hands on the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy come June.

So, how will you be able to watch the climax unfold? Where can you catch every game of the NBA Finals, and where will they take place? GOAL guides you through all you need to know, including where to watch, when to catch, and how to stay on top of all the action.

When is the 2024 NBA Finals?

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The 2024 NBA Finals will take place in June 2024, more specifically between the dates of Thursday, June 6, and at least Friday, June 14. The former date is when Game 1 will take place, while Game 4 - the last confirmed game of the NBA Finals - will unfold.

If the NBA Finals progress beyond the initial four fixtures - as is frequently the case - then the remaining games could well run through to Sunday, June 23, which is the scheduled date for the seventh and final game of the series.

2024 NBA Finals Schedule

Thursday, June 6: Game 1 (8:30 p.m. ET, ABC)
Sunday, June 9: Game 2 (8 p.m. ET, ABC)
Wednesday, June 12: Game 3 (8:30 p.m. ET, ABC)
Friday, June 14: Game 4 (8:30 p.m. ET, ABC)
Monday, June 17: Game 5 (8:30 p.m. ET, ABC)*
Thursday, June 20: Game 6 (8:30 p.m. ET, ABC)*
Sunday, June 23: Game 7 (8 p.m. ET, ABC)*

* if necessary

Where will the 2024 NBA Finals take place?

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The 2024 NBA Finals are not yet confirmed for a location but will take place at the respective two home arenas of both the Eastern and Western Conference winners. The team with the best regular-season record of the two is then awarded home advantage.

This means they will host Games 1, 2, 5, and 7, while the other team will host Games 3, 4, and 6 if the NBA Finals stretch beyond the mandatory four games.

How to watch the 2024 NBA Finals

As part of the league’s deal with the broadcaster, the 2024 NBA Finals will air exclusively on ABC. All seven games will be shown on the channel's linear television broadcast.

Additionally, if you wish to stream the 2024 NBA Finals, you can do so with a variety of streaming service packages which include the terrestrial channel as part of their lineup. Below, GOAL has listed some of our favorites.

DirecTV
DirecTV Stream
One of the market’s leading streaming package providers, you can count on ABC as part of all DirecTV Stream options, ranging from Choice through Ultimate to Premier, with no shortage of coverage included.
Not only will you be able to watch all the action from the 2024 NBA Finals, but you can catch the 2024 NBA Playoffs too, with most games covered by all subscription tiers of the streamer’s offerings.
If there is a drawback, DirecTV is among the pricier offerings on the market - Choice is priced at $84.99 plus fees, while Ultimate and Premier are both north of triple digits per month - while ABC’s linear coverage means it trumps it for cost.
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FuboTV
fuboTV
Another favorite option, and available at a slightly lower price to that offered by a few of its rivals, fuboTV will bring ABC and your 2024 NBA Finals coverage to the table with plenty of other extras too, including ESPN channels across English-language options.
Throw in the rest of its selection, and you’ll be able to stay on top of all that 2024 NBA Playoffs action you want to catch, in addition to the marquee matchups included too alongside.
For those wanting broader channel options, there may be some add-ons required, but on the whole, fuboTV is an excellent option for those looking to combine their love of sports and entertainment into one deal.
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Sling TV
Included on both the Blue and Orange packages offered from just $40.00 per month - or $60.00 for the two combined - viewers can watch ABC and the 2024 NBA Finals with Sling TV for a lower price than several rivals.
Additionally, those wanting further coverage should plump for the Orange package, which boasts ESPN channels among its lineup and delivers even more coverage from the 2024 NBA Playoffs.
The channel selection is relatively small compared to other rivals. Again, if you just want the NBA Finals themselves, ABC’s free-to-air linear coverage would still cost less. But this isn’t a bad option to have in your back pocket when it comes to more channels.
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FAQs
Who are the favorites to win the 2024 NBA Finals?
As the team with the best regular-season record, the Boston Celtics are considered the nominal frontrunners to win the 2024 NBA Finals. The Massachusetts franchise enjoyed an excellent campaign and will hope to translate it into a run all the way to the championship.
Who won the 2023 NBA Finals?
The 2023 NBA Finals were won by the Denver Nuggets, who claimed a 4-1 victory over five games to defeat the Miami Heat and claim a first championship in franchise history.
Nikola Jokic was handed the 2023 NBA Finals MVP prize following his terrific game performances, which helped the Colorado outfit prevail impressively.
Which teams are in the 2024 NBA Playoffs?
Sixteen teams are in the NBA Playoffs, with eight each from the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference. They include the top six teams from each conference, based on their winning percentage, and a further two sides who qualify through a play-in tournament held shortly before the Playoffs.
The Boston Celtics represent the Eastern Conference, along with the New York Knicks, Milwaukee Bucks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Orlando Magic, Indiana Pacers, Philadelphia 76ers, and Miami Heat.
The Western Conference is the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Denver Nuggets, the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Los Angeles Clippers, the Dallas Mavericks, the Phoenix Suns, the Los Angeles Lakers, and the New Orleans Pelicans.
How long are the 2024 NBA Playoffs 2024?
The 2024 NBA Playoffs began on Saturday, April 20, and will conclude with the final game of the 2024 NBA Finals, which could be as late as Sunday, June 23.
The whole NBA Playoffs and NBA Finals will take just over two months.
When will the final game of the 2024 NBA Playoffs take place?
The final game of the 2024 NBA Playoffs is not yet dated but will be expected to take place in late May. When details are confirmed, GOAL will list them here.