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The No. 4 Indiana Pacers have backed the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers into a corner. The NBA Playoff Eastern Conference semifinal is now 3-1, Pacers, but the series is headed back to Cleveland tonight for a make-or-break Game Five.
At a Glance: How to Watch Cavaliers vs. Pacers Games
The first two games of the series, played at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, saw back-to-back road wins for the Pacers. The Cavs came back with a big 126-104 victory in Indiana for Game Three, but lost again in Game Four.
Looking to keep up with the Cavs vs. Pacers playoff series? Read on. Below is a quick guide on how to livestream every Cavaliers vs. Pacers playoff game without cable, plus a full schedule for the series.
How to Watch Cavaliers vs. Pacers Playoff Games Online
Cavaliers vs. Pacers playoff games will be shown on TNT, ESPN, or possibly ABC (right now, the schedule lists only TNT and ESPN). If you don’t have cable, the best way to stream Cavs vs. Pacers games online is with a live TV streaming service that includes TNT, ESPN, and ABC. TNT games are also available to stream on Max, but ABC and ESPN games are not.
The Pacers vs. Cavs Game Five will be on TNT. Game Six, if necessary, will be on ESPN.
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DirecTV
Pros: Free trial, affordable genre packs, ESPN+ included
Cons: Not as many entertainment channels in genre packs as other options
The best way to watch the NBA Playoffs this year, including the Cavs vs. Pacers series, is DirecTV. The longtime provider is now available as a streaming service (no dish or other hardware required), and it carries every channel showing playoff games. The best package for basketball fans is the MySports plan, which carries 20+ key sports channels, including TNT, ABC, and ESPN. It costs $69.99 a month, but, like every DirecTV package, you get a five-day free trial to start.
Sling TV
Pros: Tons of channels, easy to use
Cons: No free trial
Sling is another one of the best ways to watch Cavs vs. Pacers playoff livestreams without cable. The service carries ESPN, ABC, and TNT in its upgraded Orange + Blue package, which starts at $66 a month. Sling does not offer a free trial, but you can get half off your first month for an introductory price starting at $33.
Hulu + Live TV
Pros: Free trial, bonus streaming services
Cons: Pricey
Another cable streamer we like that carries ESPN, ABC, and TNT is Hulu + Live TV. This one starts with a three-day free trial, but it’s more pricey than the above at $82.99 a month. However, you get more channels (90+) and complimentary access to ESPN+, Disney+, and Hulu’s full on-demand library. If you need a full new streaming setup, it’s a great deal.
Cavaliers vs. Pacers Schedule, Next Game
The Cavaliers and Pacers kicked off their playoff battle on May 4 and are now on Game Three. The series will run as late as Sunday, May 18, if a Game Seven is necessary. Here’s the full schedule, including TV placements and start times:
Game 1: Pacers 121, Cavs 112
Game 2: Pacers 120, Cavs 119
Game 3: Cavs 126, Pacers 104
Game 4: Pacers 129, Cavs 109
Game 5: Pacers at Cavs — Tuesday, May 13, 7 p.m. ET, TNT
* Game 6: Cavs at Pacers — Thursday, May 15, ESPN
* Game 7: Pacers at Cavs — Sunday, May 18
* If necessary
