Watch NBA Playoffs Live: Today’s Free Stream, Schedule, and TV Info
The NBA Playoffs resume on April 20, 2026, with three first-round games scheduled for the evening. Fans should note all times are Central Time (CT).
For readers who want to Watch NBA Playoffs Live: Today’s Free Stream, Schedule, and TV Info, we have the key details below. This guide covers start times, broadcasters, and free viewing options.
Tonight’s schedule
| Home | Away | Time (CT) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto Raptors | Cleveland Cavaliers | 6:00 p.m. | Peacock |
| Atlanta Hawks | New York Knicks | 7:00 p.m. | NBC / Peacock |
| Minnesota Timberwolves | Denver Nuggets | 9:30 p.m. | NBC / Peacock |
Broadcast and streaming details
The 6 p.m. CT game will stream only on Peacock. The later games will air on NBC. Peacock will also carry those NBC games online.
Free streaming options
DIRECTV currently offers a five-day free trial to new users. DIRECTV carries NBC, so it can stream the 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. CT games without charge during the trial.
The 6 p.m. CT matchup is exclusive to Peacock. DIRECTV cannot stream that game during its trial period.
Peacock subscription cost
Peacock does not have a free trial at this time. A monthly Peacock subscription costs $10.99. That subscription grants access to all three games tonight.
Knicks guard Jalen Brunson appeared in Game 1 against the Hawks on April 18, 2026. That game took place in New York.
For more coverage and updates, see Filmogaz.com. We will update this guide if broadcast information changes.
