Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Miami Heat: TV channel, time and how to watch
The Cleveland Cavaliers host the Miami Heat as the first round of the NBA playoffs brings one of the favorites up against a serious underdog.
Cleveland (64-18) have shot well all year, with a .491 field-goal percentage reflecting their ability to get buckets inside, outside, and at the free-throw line. Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland both average over 20 points a game, and keeping pace is a challenge for any foe. With size all over the court and a fearsome interior defense, the Cavaliers are poised for a long playoff run.
Miami (37-45) had the worst record of any team to reach the play-in tournament, but road wins over the Chicago Bulls and Atlanta Hawks were enough to secure a place in the first round. The Heat have been solid on the glass, but will need Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo to be at their very best to have a shot at what would be a huge postseason upset.
Here's how to watch game 1 of the NBA playoff series between the Cavaliers and the Heat.
What time is Cavaliers vs. Heat?
The NBA first-round playoff series between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Miami Heat is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. ET at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio.
How to watch Cavaliers vs. Heat play-in game: TV, stream
- Time: 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT
- Location: Rocket Arena (Cleveland, Ohio)
- TV: TNT, truTV (both national), FanDuel Sports Network - Ohio (local)
- Stream: Fubo, Sling TV, Max, YouTube TV
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