Where Can I Watch the NBA Finals for Free?
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Looking to catch the NBA Finals action without spending a dime? Here are a few ways you can do just that.
Free Live Streams
The 2017 NBA Finals will air on ABC and you can live stream the games on the ABC app or WatchESPN. You will need to sign in with your TV provider to watch the game. If you don’t have a TV provider, you can watch the game on Sling TV.
ABC
If you want to watch the NBA Finals for free, your best bet is to tune in to ABC. You can watch ABC online or on your TV with a digital antenna. If you have a cable or satellite subscription, you can also watch ABC through your provider’s streaming service.
ESPN
ESPN will be televising the entire NBA Finals series, and you can also catch the games live online via the “WatchESPN” service. If you have a cable or satellite TV subscription that includes ESPN, you can log in with your account credentials and watch the games live on your computer, smartphone, or tablet. If you don’t have a cable or satellite TV subscription, you can still watch ESPN online with one of the following “live TV” streaming services:
– Sling TV: ESPN is included in the “Sling Orange” channel package.
– Hulu with Live TV: ESPN is included in the base package.
– PlayStation Vue: ESPN is included in all packages.
– YouTube TV: ESPN is included in all packages.
– AT&T WatchTV: ESPN is included in this package.
TNT
The best way to watch the NBA Finals is on TNT, which will have live coverage of all the games. You can watch TNT online for free with a TV provider login, or you can sign up for a free trial of a streaming service that includes TNT. Here are your options:
– Watch TNT online with a TV provider login. If you have a cable or satellite TV subscription that includes TNT, you can log in to the TNT website or app and stream the Finals live.
– Sign up for a free trial of Hulu + Live TV. This streaming service includes TNT in its lineup, and you can watch the Finals live with a 7-day free trial.
– Sign up for a free trial of AT&T TV Now. This streaming service includes TNT in its lineup, and you can watch the Finals live with a 7-day free trial.
– Watch on NBA League Pass. This League Pass package does not include live coverage of the NBA Finals, but you can watch games On Demand after they air.
Cable or Satellite Providers
The NBA Finals are set to air on ABC this year, so if you have a cable or satellite subscription, you’re all set. You can also stream the games live on the ABC app or on ESPN.com, but you’ll need to sign in with your TV provider. If you don’t have a cable or satellite subscription, there are still a few ways you can watch.
Comcast Xfinity
Comcast Xfinity is offering a free preview of NBA League Pass, which will allow fans to watch every game of the NBA Finals live. To access the free preview, customers will need to sign in with their Comcast account information.
DirecTV
DirecTV offers a 7-day free trial, and you can watch the NBA Finals live on ABC with this service. You will need to enter your credit card information to sign up for the free trial, but you can cancel at any time before the 7 days are up and you will not be charged.
Dish
Dish Network is an American direct-broadcast satellite service provider. The company offers satellite television, audio programming, and interactive television services to commercial and residential customers in the United States.
Other Options
If you don’t have a TV or can’t get to a sports bar, there are still plenty of ways that you can catch the game. You can stream the NBA Finals online, listen to the radio, or follow along on social media. We’ll go over all of your options so that you can choose the best one for you.
Sling TV
Sling TV is a great option for cord-cutters who want to watch the NBA Finals without cable. With Sling TV, you can watch ESPN, TNT, and ABC (live in select markets) – all of which will be airing the NBA Finals. Best of all, Sling TV only costs $25 per month, and there’s no contract required.
Plus, right now you can get a free 7-day trial of Sling TV, so you can watch the first few games of the series for free. And if you decide to keep Sling TV after the trial is up, they’ll even give you a free Roku streaming device. Click here to sign up for your free trial of Sling TV today!
Once you’ve signed up for Sling TV, you can watch the NBA Finals on your computer via the Sling TV website, or on your phone, tablet or streaming device via the Sling TV app.
NBA League Pass
If you want to watch the NBA Finals for free, you can sign up for a free trial of NBA League Pass. With this service, you’ll be able to watch all of the games live or on demand. You can also get access to highlights, replays, and more.
