The first round of the 2022 NBA Playoffs will feature an intriguing matchup between Southeast Division foes.
The Heat were happy to capture the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference, but they have always been focused on bigger goals. Miami believes it has a group capable of winning a championship, and the veterans haven't been shy about sharing that ultimate goal.
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The Hawks had a disappointing regular season, but they escaped the Play-In Tournament by taking down the Hornets and Cavaliers. Atlanta always has a puncher's chance when Trae Young is on the floor, so Miami shouldn't take its opponent lightly.
Here's everything you need to know about Heat vs. Hawks, including a full schedule for the first-round series.
How to watch Heat vs. Hawks: NBA League Pass and television broadcast schedule
- Date: Sunday, April 17 (ET)
- Streaming: NBA League Pass
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Heat vs. Hawks start time
- Date: Sunday, April 17
- Time: 1 p.m. ET | 10 a.m. PT
Game 1 of the Heat vs. Hawks series will tip off around 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, April 17. The game will be played at FTX Arena in Miami.
Heat vs. Hawks schedule, TV channels
Here is the complete schedule for the first-round series between the Heat and Hawks.
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | National TV (US) |
| April 17 | Game 1 | 1 p.m. | TNT |
| April 19 | Game 2 | 7:30 p.m. | TNT |
| April 22 | Game 3 | 7 p.m. | ESPN |
| April 24 | Game 4 | 7 p.m. | TNT |
| April 26 | Game 5* | TBD | TBD |
| April 28 | Game 6* | TBD | TBD |
| April 30 | Game 7* | TBD | TNT |
*if necessary
