The first round of the NBA Playoffs is in the books, with just eight teams remaining.
In the Eastern Conference, the Cleveland Cavaliers set up a date with the Boston Celtics, while an old rivalry is renewed as the Indiana Pacers take on the New York Knicks.
Out West, the Minnesota Timberwolves will face the reigning champion Denver Nuggets, while the other semi will see a host of Aussies taking the floor as the Oklahoma City Thunder face off against the Dallas Mavericks.
Here is everything you need to know about the 2024 NBA Playoffs, including how to stream games from each series.
NBA Playoffs 2024: TV channels, live stream
- TV channels: ESPN Australia/Kayo Sports
- Live stream: NBA League Pass
Basketball fans in Australia can watch NBA Playoff games on ESPN Australia/Kayo Sports. The 2024 NBA Finals will air exclusively on ESPN Australia.
If NBA Playoff games are not available to watch live in your location or if you're traveling abroad, you can use a Virtual Private Network (VPN). VPNs provide a secure and private online connection, allowing you to bypass geographical restrictions to access your favorite streaming services from any device anywhere in the world.
NBA Playoffs 2024: Updated schedule for postseason games
Eastern Conference second round
(1) Celtics vs. (4) Cavaliers
| Date | Game | Time (AEST)/Result | TV/Live stream |
| May 8 | Game 1 | 9:00 a.m. | NBA League Pass |
| May 10 | Game 2 | 9:00 a.m. | NBA League Pass |
| May 12 | Game 3 | 10:30 a.m. | NBA League Pass |
| May 14 | Game 4 | 9:00 a.m. | NBA League Pass |
| May 16 | Game 5* | TBD | NBA League Pass |
| May 18 | Game 6* | TBD | NBA League Pass |
| May 20 | Game 7* | TBD | NBA League Pass |
*If necessary
(2) Knicks vs. (6) Pacers
| Date | Game | Time (AEST)/Result | TV/Live stream |
| May 7 | Game 1 | 9:30 a.m. | NBA League Pass |
| May 9 | Game 2 | 10:00 a.m. | NBA League Pass |
| May 11 | Game 3 | 9:00 a.m. | NBA League Pass |
| May 13 | Game 4 | 5:30 a.m. | NBA League Pass |
| May 15 | Game 5* | TBD | NBA League Pass |
| May 18 | Game 6* | TBD | NBA League Pass |
| May 20 | Game 7* | TBD | NBA League Pass |
*If necessary
Western Conference first round
(1) Thunder vs. (5) Mavericks
| Date | Game | Time (AEST)/Result | TV/Live stream |
| May 8 | Game 1 | 11:30 a.m. | NBA League Pass |
| May 10 | Game 2 | 11:30 a.m. | NBA League Pass |
| May 12 | Game 3 | 5:30 a.m. | NBA League Pass |
| May 14 | Game 4 | 11:30 a.m. | NBA League Pass |
| May 16 | Game 5* | TBD | NBA League Pass |
| May 19 | Game 6* | TBD | NBA League Pass |
| May 21 | Game 7* | TBD | NBA League Pass |
*If necessary
(2) Nuggets vs. (3) Timberwolves
| Date | Game | Time (AEST)/Result | TV/Live stream |
| May 5 | Game 1 | Timberwolves 106, Nuggets 99 | ESPN/NBA League Pass |
| May 7 | Game 2 | 12:00 p.m. | NBA League Pass |
| May 11 | Game 3 | 11:30 a.m. | NBA League Pass |
| May 13 | Game 4 | 10:00 a.m. | NBA League Pass |
| May 15 | Game 5* | TBD | NBA League Pass |
| May 17 | Game 6* | TBD | NBA League Pass |
| May 20 | Game 7* | TBD | NBA League Pass |
*If necessary
NBA Playoffs bracket 2024
