The Eastern Conference Finals are set to begin as the New York Knicks host the Cleveland Cavaliers on ESPN!

For the second straight year, the Knicks are a series win away from going to the NBA Finals. New York barely broke a sweat in the conference semifinals, sweeping the Philadelphia 76ers in four games. But the Cavs are a different story.

It’s been an up-and-down ride for Cleveland thus far. They looked dreadful in a 115-94 loss to the Detroit Pistons in Game 6 of the Eastern Semifinals, but looked like a contender in an impressive 125-94 blowout win on the road in Game 7.

Can Donovan Mitchell and James Harden lead the Cavs to a Game 1 victory, or will Jalen Brunson and company continue their winning ways? We’re about to find out. From start time to streaming info, here’s how to watch tonight’s Knicks-Cavs game live online.

Is The Knicks Game Airing on NBC?

Nope. Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals airs on ESPN.

What Time/Channel Is The Knicks-Cavs Game On Tonight (May 19)?

The Knicks and Cavs game starts at 8:00 p.m. ET on ESPN.

Where To Watch The Knicks-Cavs Game Live Online:

If you have a valid cable login, you can stream tonight’s game live on ESPN, ESPN.com, or the ESPN app.

The only way to watch shows airing live without cable is by using a live TV streaming service. Our favorite is DIRECTV, which comes with a five-day free trial before payment begins.

DIRECTV offers a number of flexible subscription options, including Genre Packs, so you can best choose which streaming plans fit your needs and budget. Packs start at $19.99/month.

You can also stream ESPN live with an active subscription to Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, or Sling TV. YouTube TV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV offer free trials for new subscribers.

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Knicks vs. Cavs Schedule:

  • Game 2: Thursday, May 21 at 8:00 p.m. ET on ESPN
  • Game 3: Saturday, May 23 at 8:00 p.m. ET on ABC
  • Game 4: Monday, May 25 at 8:00 p.m. ET on ESPN
  • Game 5: Wednesday, May 27 at 8:00 p.m. ET on ESPN (If Necessary)
  • Game 6: Friday, May 29 at 8:00 p.m. ET on ESPN (If Necessary)
  • Game 7: Sunday, May 31 at 8:00 p.m. ET on ESPN (If Necessary)