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Welcome to the 2017 NBA Finals!

Tonight’s exciting Game 4 matchup pits the #1 seed Golden State Warriors against the #2 seed Cleveland Cavaliers. This is the third consecutive NBA Finals meeting between these two teams. Will Steph Curry and the Warriors win their second championship in two years or will LeBron James and the Cavs force a Game 5? Finding an NBA Finals live streaming location can be tricky. Luckily, we’re here to help you find out how to stream the NBA finals!

It’s win or go home for the Cavs. Find out how to watch the Warriors vs Cavs live by reading below.

WHAT TIME DOES THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS VS. GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS GAME START?

The Warriors and Cavaliers tip off at 9:00 p.m. Eastern.

WHAT’S THE SCHEDULE FOR THE REST OF THE NBA FINALS?

Game 5: Monday, June 12 at 9:00 p.m. (if necessary)
Game 6: Friday, June 15 at 9:00 p.m. (if necessary)
Game 7: Sunday, June 18 at 9:00 p.m. (if necessary)

HOW CAN I FIND A WARRIORS VS CAVS STREAM OF THE NBA FINALS?

Wondering how to watch NBA Finals online? Here’s how to stream the NBA Finals for free.

The Warriors vs Cavaliers matchup will air on ABC, which means that if you’re looking for an abc live stream, you should check out WatchESPN.com and ESPN’s excellent WatchESPN app. Unfortunately, you��ll need to authenticate with a cable provider if you want to find a Cavs vs Warriors live stream on Watch ESPN, so get your (or your friend’s/parent’s!) login credentials ready. Plus, let’s not forget about Sling TV. You can watch the NBA on ESPN 3 by subscribing to Sling Orange and ABC by subscribing to Sling Orange + Broadcast Extra.

Roundball fans watching in bigger markets (more on that below) can watch the live broadcast of the game at ABC.com or with the ABC app by signing in with a participating TV provider. Once you sign in, you can watch at abc.com/watch-live or you can select ‘live TV’ in the ABC app. Live streaming of Game 4 on ABC.com or the ABC app is available with a participating TV provider in the following markets: Chicago, Fresno, Houston, Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia, Raleigh-Durham, and San Francisco.

You can also find a way to stream the NBA playoffs for free if you are a YouTube TV, Hulu Live TV, or Playstation Vue subscriber (more on those below).

Finally, while a traditional NBA League Pass package is no longer available to purchase, there is NBA League Pass Audio. You can listen to all of the NBA Finals live by signing up with a one-time payment of $9.99.

CAN I LIVE STREAM GOLDEN STATE VS CLEVELAND WITH DIRECTV NOW?

It depends. If DIRECTV NOW offers a local ABC affiliate in your area, then yes, you can live stream the game. Those areas include the following cities: Chicago, Fresno, Houston, L.A., New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, and Raleigh-Durham.

HOW CAN I GET THE WATCH ESPN APP?

If you consider yourself a sports fan and you haven’t already downloaded the free Watch ESPN app for your iOS, Android or Windows Mobile device, you’re doing it wrong. Rectify that situation immediately! You can also tune-in via Watch ESPN’s Roku channel, using your Amazon Fire TV or Chromecast device, or by visiting WatchESPN.com on your desktop or laptop computer. (NOTE: You’re going to need to authenticate with your cable provider, so make sure you have your login and password for your cable system handy.)

WHERE CAN I DOWNLOAD THE ABC APP?

You can download the ABC app on Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Roku, XBOX 360, on supported Android devices from the Google Play store, on supported Kindle Fire tablets from the Amazon Appstore, and on supported Apple devices at the App Store. The ABC app accepts a wide variety of cable providers like DIRECTV, Optimum, Verizon, DISH, and Xfinity, but Time Warner Cable subscribers are out of luck as TWC isn’t a current provider for the app.

HOW CAN I SIGN UP FOR PLAYSTATION VUE?

Over 100 of your favorite channels — including ESPN, FOX, Comedy Central, and FX — are available with PlayStation Vue. The service also allows you to stream a multitude of TV stations on your favorite device without a cable or satellite subscription. From their “Access” package that includes 45+ channels for $39.99 a month to their “Ultra” package that includes 90 channels plus HBO and Showtime for $74.99 a month, the service offers a variety of exciting opportunities for cord-cutters.

New subscribers can take advantage of a a 7-day free trial of Playstation Vue.

HOW CAN I GET DIRECTV NOW?

DIRECTV NOW is a new streaming service from AT&T you can enjoy for as little as $35 per month. Available to watch on your TV, computer, or while you’re on the go, DIRECTV NOW offers flexible packages like the “Live a Little” package — which features 60+ channels (including ESPN and ESPN 2) for $35 month — and the “Gotta Have It” package — which features 120+ channels for $70 a month. You can download the DIRECTV NOW app on iTunes, Google Play, and Amazon. Sound interesting? DIRECTV NOW is currently offering a free seven-day trial.

HOW CAN I GET SLING TV?

This is a terrific time to check out Sling TV. The service’s Orange package, which includes access to ESPN, ESPN 2, Comedy Central, and TNT, normally costs $20 a month, but the company is currently offering subscribers a free one-week trial of the service. Then, from there, you can either download the Sling desktop app (if you’re watching on a desktop or laptop computer), or download the Sling app for iOS/Apple devices, Android, Roku, Microsoft, Nexus player, ZTE or XBox One.

WHAT’S THE DEAL WITH HULU LIVE TV?

With Hulu Live TV you have the ability to watch live and on demand TV from 50+ top channels including sports, news, entertainment, and more. Plus, you also receive unlimited access to the Hulu Limited Commercials plan. The service is available for Apple devices, Google Chromecast, Xbox One, Android, and other devices. Intrigued? You can signup for Hulu Live TV right here!

HOW CAN I SIGN UP FOR YOUTUBE TV?

YouTube TV allows you to live stream ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, and more! The service also features unlimited DVR storage space, and your subscription includes six accounts for $35 per month, with each profile getting its own recommendations and other personalized settings. Plus, you can cancel anytime. YouTube TV is available for Google Chromecast, iPhone, iPad, and Android in select markets, including Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia, and San Francisco.