There's nothing quite like an NBA Playoff rematch, which is exactly what we're getting in the first-round series between the Celtics and Nets.
Just last year, these teams met in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, but the roles — and seedings — were reversed. This time around, the No. 2 Celtics own the higher seed, but the No. 7 Nets are still favored by many to win the series.
As the lower seed, Brooklyn must steal home court at some point in the series in order to have a chance to win, so why not Game 1? Boston's star duo might have something to say about that.
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Despite their young ages, Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum have seen almost everything on the postseason stage and will lead the charge as the Celtics look to protect their home court.
On the other end, however, are two seasoned stars in Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, meaning a raucous TD Garden crowd could have little-to-no effect on them. The boos will land harder on on Irving, whose time in Boston ended unceremoniously.
With no shortage of star power on either side, Game 1 of the first-round series between the Celtics and Nets could set the tone for an instant classic.
Here's everything you need to know about the series opener.
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What channel is Celtics vs. Nets on?
- Date: Sunday, April 17
- TV channel: ABC (U.S.), TSN 4/5 (CA)
- Live streaming: Sling TV (U.S. only) | Watch ESPN | TSN Direct
In the United States, Celtics vs. Nets will be broadcast on ABC. In Canada, Celtics vs. Nets will be broadcast on TSN 4 and 5. Viewers in the United States can stream Celtics vs. Nets on Watch ESPN, the ESPN App or Sling TV.
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Viewers in Canada can stream Celtics vs. Nets on TSN Direct.
Celtics vs. Nets start time
- Date: Sunday, April 17
- Time: 3:30 p.m. ET | 12:30 p.m. PT
Celtics vs. Nets is scheduled to tip off shortly after 3:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, April 17. The game will be played at TD Garden in Boston.
Celtics vs. Nets schedule, TV channels
As the higher seed, Boston will be the home team in Games 1 and 2, while Brooklyn will host Games 3 and 4.
A potential Game 5 and 7 would also be played in Boston.
(All times Eastern)
| Date | Game | Location | Time | National TV (US) |
| April 17 | Game 1 | TD Garden | 3:30 p.m. | ABC |
| April 20 | Game 2 | TD Garden | 7 p.m. | TNT |
| April 23 | Game 3 | Barclays Center | TBD | ESPN |
| April 25 | Game 4 | Barclays Center | TBD | TBD |
| April 27 | Game 5* | TD Garden | TBD | TBD |
| April 29 | Game 6* | Barclays Center | TBD | TBD |
| May 1 | Game 7* | TD Garden | TBD | TBD |
*If necessary
