The 2022 NBA Finals are set as the Warriors and Celtics are set to meet with a title on the line. All games in the series will be televised by ABC.
Golden State is back in the NBA Finals for the sixth time in eight seasons, earning a trip back by defeating the Mavericks in five games in the Western Conference Finals. Boston returns to the NBA Finals for the 22nd time in franchise history but the first time since 2010 after eliminating the Heat in seven games in the Eastern Conference Finals.
Not only does this series pit two of the league's most historic franchises against one another, but it also is a showcase of defensive prowess as the league's top two defenses take center stage — the Celtics and Warriors' defenses are ranked first and second, respectively. This is the first NBA Finals since 1996 to feature the league's top two defenses.
In addition to the defense, there will bee plenty of star power as Golden State's established trio of Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and Klay Thompson look to deny Boston's young star duo of Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum.
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Here is everything you need to know about watching the 2022 NBA Finals via live stream.
2022 NBA Finals live streams
| Streaming option | Cable subscription needed? | Free? | Cost | Free trial? |
| Sling TV | No | No | No | |
| YouTube TV | No | No | $64.99/month | Yes |
| Hulu Plus Live TV | No | No | $64.99/month | Yes |
| DIRECTV Stream | No | No | $69.99/month | No |
| fuboTV | No | No | $64.99/month | Yes |
How to watch the 2022 NBA Finals without cable
There are a number of streaming options for fans in the United States to tune in to the NBA Finals.
You can stream every game of the NBA Finals through Sling TV's Sling Orange Sports Extra package, while streaming sites like fuboTV, Hulu Plus Live TV and YouTube TV all offer free trials upon signup.
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Can I watch the NBA Finals on Sling TV?
Yes. Viewers in the U.S. can stream every game of the NBA Finals live on Sling TV. With the SLING Orange Sports Extra package, get $10 off your first month now with access to ESPN, ESPN and ESPN3. NBA Finals games on ABC are simulcast on ESPN3, which is included with SLING Orange, available for $35 per month including $25 the first month for new subscribers.
Can I watch the NBA Finals on YouTube TV?
Yes. The 2022 NBA Finals are presented by YouTube TV, which includes ABC in its package. The streaming service offers a free two-week trial upon signup.
Can I watch the NBA Finals on Hulu?
Yes. Hulu Plus Live TV includes ABC. Hulu's live TV package comes with a one-week free trial upon signup.
Can I watch the NBA Finals on DIRECTV Stream?
Yes. DIRECTV Stream includes ABC as a local channel in applicable markets. You can check here to see if your market is included. DIRECTV Stream does not offer a free trial.
Can I watch the NBA Finals on fuboTV?
Yes. fuboTV includes ABC. It offers a free trial upon signup.
NBA Finals schedule 2022
Game 1 of the Finals is scheduled for Thursday, June 2. With the exception of Game 4, there are at least two days off before every game.
(All times Eastern)
| Date | Game | Matchup | Time | National TV |
| June 2 | Game 1 | Celtics at Warriors | 9 p.m. | ABC |
| June 5 | Game 2 | Celtics at Warriors | 8 p.m. | ABC |
| June 8 | Game 3 | Warriors at Celtics | 9 p.m. | ABC |
| June 10 | Game 4 | Warriors at Celtics | 9 p.m. | ABC |
| June 13 | Game 5* | Celtics at Warriors | 9 p.m. | ABC |
| June 16 | Game 6* | Warriors at Celtics | 9 p.m. | ABC |
| June 19 | Game 7* | Celtics at Warriors | 9 p.m. | ABC |
*If necessary
