ESSENTIALS How to watch today's Miami Heat vs. Boston Celtics NBA Playoff game: Game 2 livestream options, more

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Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum and guard Jaylen Brown celebrate winning game 1. BARRY CHIN/THE BOSTON GLOBE VIA GETTY IMAGES

Despite a setback in Game 1, the resilient Miami Heat are gearing up to take on the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of Round 1 in the 2024 NBA Playoffs. The Celtics, led by Jayson Tatum, have been a force throughout the 2023-24 NBA season, securing the top seed in the Eastern Conference with ease.

Tune in tonight as the Heat aim to regroup after a tough 114-94 defeat in Game 1. Read on to find out where and when to catch all the action of the Heat vs. Celtics matchup.

Guide to Catching the Miami Heat vs. Boston Celtics Game Mark your calendars for Game 2 of the NBA playoff showdown between the Miami Heat and the Boston Celtics, set to tip off on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at 7 p.m. ET (4 p.m. PT). Tune in to TNT or stream live via SlingTV and other featured platforms listed below. Streaming Options for Watching the Miami Heat vs. Boston Celtics Game Don't miss out on the action if your cable package doesn't include TNT or if you've ditched cable altogether. Explore the streaming platforms below to catch the game live. Sling TV: A Budget-Friendly Way to Stream the Miami Heat vs. Boston Celtics Game Opt for a Sling TV subscription for a pocket-friendly streaming option to enjoy today's game. To access the match, subscribe to the Orange tier, inclusive of TNT. For a broader NBA playoff experience, consider upgrading to the Orange + Blue tier, offering coverage of games on ABC and ESPN.

Normally priced at $40 per month, Sling TV offers a special deal for new subscribers, slashing the first month's cost to $15 for the Orange tier and $35 for the Orange + Blue tier. Beyond the initial period, the Orange + Blue tier costs $60 monthly. Additionally, Sling TV provides a discounted NBA playoffs package, saving $30 when pre-paying for three months of service on any tier, with the freedom to cancel at any time. Note: Sling TV doesn't carry CBS, which means you'll miss out on CBS-aired live sports like the NFL. For comprehensive sports coverage, including CBS, consider a Hulu + Live TV subscription. Key Features of Sling TV Orange + Blue Tier: - Access to 46 channels, including ABC, ESPN, TNT, and TBS. - Enjoy NFL games on ESPN in the upcoming season at a competitive price. - All subscription tiers feature 50 hours of cloud-based DVR storage.

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2024 NBA Playoffs: Full playoff schedule

Tyler Herro #14 of the Miami Heat looks on against the Toronto Raptors during the third quarter of the game at Kaseya Center on April 12, 2024 in Miami, Florida.

The 2024 NBA Playoffs tip off on April 20, featuring a thrilling lineup of first-round matchups. Below, you'll find the schedule for each series, packed with dates, times, and networks for your viewing pleasure. All times are Eastern.

**Eastern Conference**

**(1) Boston Celtics vs. (8) Miami Heat**

• - Game 1: Heat vs. Celtics; Sunday, April 21 (1:00 p.m. ET on ABC)
• - Game 2: Heat vs. Celtics; Wednesday, April 24 (7:00 p.m. ET on TNT, TruTV)
• - Game 3: Celtics vs. Heat; Saturday, April 27 (6:00 p.m. ET on TNT, TruTV)
• - Game 4: Celtics vs. Heat; Monday, April 29 (TBD, TBD)
• - Game 5: Heat vs. Celtics; TBD (TBD, TBD)*
• - Game 6: Celtics vs. Heat; TBD (TBD, TBD)*
• - Game 7: Heat vs. Celtics; TBD (TBD, TBD)*

**(2) New York Knicks vs. (7) Philadelphia 76ers**

• - Game 1: 76ers vs. Knicks; Saturday, April 20 (6:00 p.m. ET on ESPN)
• - Game 2: 76ers vs. Knicks; Monday, April 22 (7:30 p.m. on TNT, TruTV)
• - Game 3: Knicks vs. 76ers; Thursday, April 25 (7:30 p.m. ET on TNT, TruTV)
• - Game 4: Knicks vs. 76ers; Sunday, April 28 (1:00 p.m. on ABC)
• - Game 5: 76ers vs. Knicks; Tuesday, April 30 (TBD, TBD)*
• - Game 6: Knicks vs. 76ers; TBD (TBD, TBD)*
• - Game 7: 76ers vs. Knicks; TBD (TBD, TBD)*

**(3) Milwaukee Bucks vs. (6) Indiana Pacers**

• - Game 1: Pacers vs. Bucks; Sunday, April 21 (7:00 p.m. on TNT, TruTV)
• - Game 2: Pacers vs. Bucks; Tuesday, April 23 (8:30 p.m. on NBA TV)
• - Game 3: Bucks vs. Pacers; Friday, April 26 (5:30 p.m. on ESPN)
• - Game 4: Bucks vs. Pacers; Sunday, April 28 (7:00 p.m. on TNT)
• - Game 5: Pacers vs. Bucks; Tuesday, April 30 (TBD, TBD)*
• - Game 6: Bucks vs. Pacers; TBD (TBD, TBD)*
• - Game 7: Pacers vs. Bucks; TBD (TBD, TBD)*

**(4) Cleveland vs. (5) Orlando**

• - Game 1: Magic vs. Cavaliers; Saturday, April 20 (1:00 p.m. on ESPN)
• - Game 2: Magic vs. Cavaliers; Monday, April 22 (7:00 p.m. on NBA TV)
• - Game 3: Cavaliers vs. Magic; Thursday, April 25 (7:00 p.m. on NBA TV)
• - Game 4: Cavaliers vs. Magic; Saturday, April 27 (1:00 p.m. on TNT)
• - Game 5: Magic vs. Cavaliers; Tuesday, April 30 (TBD, TBD)*
• - Game 6: Cavaliers vs. Magic; TBD (TBD, TBD)*
• - Game 7: Magic vs. Cavaliers; TBD (TBD, TBD)* 

* = If necessary

**Western Conference**

**(1) Oklahoma City Thunder vs. (8) New Orleans Pelicans**

• - Game 1: Pelicans vs. Thunder; Sunday, April 21 (9:30 p.m. ET on TNT, TruTV)
• - Game 2: Pelicans vs. Thunder; Wednesday, April 24 (9:30 p.m. on TNT, TruTV)
• - Game 3: Thunder vs. Pelicans; Saturday, April 27 (3:30 p.m. on TNT)
• - Game 4: Thunder vs. Pelicans; Monday, April 29 (TBD, TBD)
• - Game 5: Pelicans vs. Thunder; TBD (TBD, TBD)*
• - Game 6: Thunder vs. Pelicans; TBD (TBD, TBD)*
• - Game 7: Pelicans vs. Thunder; TBD (TBD, TBD)*

* = If necessary

**(2) Denver Nuggets vs. (7) Los Angeles Lakers**

• - Game 1: Lakers vs. Nuggets; Saturday, April 20 (8:00 p.m. on ABC)
• - Game 2: Lakers vs. Nuggets; Monday, April 22 (10:00 p.m. on Spectrum Sportsnet+)
• - Game 3: Nuggets vs. Lakers; Thursday, April 25 (10:00 p.m. on Spectrum Sportsnet+)
• - Game 4: Nuggets vs. Lakers; Saturday, April 27 (8:30 p.m. on ABC)
• - Game 5: Lakers vs. Nuggets; Monday, April 29 (TBD, TBD)*
• - Game 6: Nuggets vs. Lakers; TBD (TBD, TBD)*
• - Game 7: Lakers vs. Nuggets; TBD (TBD, TBD)*

* = If necessary

**(3) Minnesota Timberwolves vs. (6) Phoenix Suns**

• - Game 1: Suns vs. Timberwolves; Saturday, April 20 (3:30 p.m. ET, ESPN)
• - Game 2: Suns vs. Timberwolves; Tuesday, April 23 (7:30 p.m. ET, TNT)
• - Game 3: Timberwolves vs. Suns; Friday, April 26 (10:30 p.m. ET, ESPN)
• - Game 4: Timberwolves vs. Suns; Sunday, April 28 (9:30 p.m. ET, TNT)
• - Game 5: Suns vs. Timberwolves; Tuesday, April 30 (TBD, TBD)*
• - Game 6: Timberwolves vs. Suns; Thursday, May 2 (TBD, TBD)*
• - Game 7: Suns vs. Timberwolves; Saturday, May 4 (TBD, TBD)* 

* = If necessary

**(4) LA Clippers vs. (5) Dallas Mavericks**

• - Game 1: Mavericks vs. Clippers; Sunday, April 21 (3:30 p.m. on ABC)
• - Game 2: Mavericks vs. Clippers, Tuesday, April 23 (10:00 p.m. on Clippervision)
• - Game 3: Clippers vs. Mavericks, Friday, April 26 (8:00 p.m. on Clippervision)
• - Game 4: Clippers vs. Mavericks, Sunday, April 28 (3:30 p.m. on ABC)
• - Game 5: Mavericks vs. Clippers, TBD (TBD, TBD)*
• - Game 6: Clippers vs. Mavericks, TBD (TBD, TBD)*
• - Game 7: Mavericks vs. Clippers, TBD (TBD, TBD)*

* = If necessary

The Conference Semifinals will commence on May 6-7, potentially moving up to May 4-5 depending on series outcomes. The Conference Finals are slated for May 21-22, with a chance to start earlier on May 19-20. And mark your calendars for the 2024 NBA Finals, starting June 6 and airing exclusively on ABC. Additional games will follow on June 9, 12, 14, 17, 20, and 23 if needed.