The 2024 NBA Finals began with a beatdown on Thursday night, as the Celtics romped the Mavericks, 107-89, in the series opener. Now, Boston will pursue a commanding 2-0 series lead in Game 2 on Sunday night.
The Celtics, who are 13-2 in the NBA Playoffs, looked as dominant as ever in Game 1. Kristaps Porzingis, back after missing five weeks with a calf injury, provided the early spark, finishing with 20 points in 21 minutes off the bench. Six players scored in double figures for the Celtics, who drained 16 3-pointers.
Dallas trailed by as many as 29 points and faced a 17-point deficit after the first quarter. The Mavericks' supporting cast provided next to nothing to support Luka Doncic, who had 30 points and 10 rebounds but just one assist in 38 minutes. That includes Kyrie Irving, who shot 6-of-19 from the field and missed all five of his 3-point attempts.
But Dallas is certainly battle-tested. In the first and second round of these playoffs, the Mavericks dropped Game 1, only to eventually win the series.
Here is everything you need to know about the 2024 NBA Finals, including TV and streaming options for Game 2 between the Celtics and Mavericks.
What channel is Celtics vs. Mavs on today?
- TV channel: ABC
- Live stream: Sling
Game 2 of the 2024 NBA Finals will air nationally on ABC. Mike Breen (play-by-play), Doris Burke (color analyst) and JJ Redick (color analyst) will have the call, with Lisa Salters serving as the sideline reporter. Viewers can also stream the game on Sling.
Sling is the home for sports fans, as it offers a wide range of channels. You can always cheer for your favorite teams with channels like ESPN, TBS, TNT, NFL Network, FS1 and more.
Celtics vs. Mavs Game 2 start time
- Date: Sunday, June 9
- Time: 8 p.m. ET | 7 p.m. CT
Game 2 of the NBA Finals will tip off around 8 p.m. ET on Sunday, June 9. The game will be played at TD Garden in Boston.
Celtics vs. Mavs Game 2 radio station
- Radio channel: SiriusXM channels 86 and 212
Listen to Celtics vs. Mavericks Game 2 and every game of the 2024 NBA Finals live on SiriusXM. Coverage will be available on channels 86 and 212.
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NBA Finals schedule 2024
(1) Celtics vs. (5) Mavericks — Boston leads 1-0
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
| June 6 | Celtics 107, Mavericks 89 | — | — |
| June 9 | Game 2 | 8 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
| June 12 | Game 3 | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
| June 14 | Game 4 | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
| June 17 | Game 5* | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
| June 20 | Game 6* | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
| June 23 | Game 7* | 8 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
*If necessary
NBA Playoffs bracket 2024
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