2023 NBA playoffs: How to watch, stream, odds for Saturday's action
The 2023 NBA playoffs begin Saturday with a four-game slate. The action tips off with the Philadelphia 76ers hosting the Brooklyn Nets in an Eastern Conference first-round matchup.
The 76ers have NBA Finals aspirations but must overcome an upstart Nets squad. Brooklyn solidified its playoff spot despite a complete roster overhaul. Philadelphia star Joel Embiid boosted his NBA MVP candidacy, but can he lift Philadelphia to postseason success?
The Boston Celtics renew their longtime rivalry against the Atlanta Hawks in the first round. Boston eyes another NBA Finals appearance after falling to the Golden State Warriors last season.
Other teams in action include the New York Knicks and Sacramento Kings. Both franchises return to the NBA playoffs after surprise campaigns. The Knicks earned the fifth seed and face the Cleveland Cavaliers. Meanwhile, the Kings will snap a 17-year postseason drought against the Warriors.
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Here is everything to know about the 2023 NBA playoffs on Saturday.
When do the 2023 NBA playoffs start on Saturday?
The NBA playoffs begin at 1 p.m. ET as the Nets face the 76ers in a first-round Eastern Conference playoff matchup. The Celtics host the Hawks at 3:30 p.m. ET in the second game of the afternoon.
The Knicks and Cavaliers continue the action at 6 p.m. ET. Saturday concludes with the Kings hosting the Warriors in a primetime matchup at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
How to watch, stream the 2023 NBA playoffs?
Fans can catch the 2023 NBA playoffs on the ESPN family of networks. ESPN will carry three games: Nets-76ers, Celtics-Hawks, Knicks-Cavaliers. ABC will broadcast Warriors-Kings in primetime.
Other streaming options include ESPN.com, ESPN app and FuboTV.
What are the odds for the 2023 NBA playoffs?
Tipico Sportsbook has provided odds for the 2023 NBA playoffs.
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