The Celtics and Cavaliers shift their second-round series to Cleveland even at 1-1 following the Cavaliers’ stunning blowout victory in Game 2.
In fact, for the second consecutive series to begin the 2024 NBA Playoffs, Boston has suffered a Game 2 letdown. This time, Cleveland ran away with a 118-94 victory, shooting 55 percent from the field and 46 percent from beyond the arc.
Six different Cavaliers scored in double-figures, including Donovan Mitchell (29 points, eight assists), Evan Mobley (21 points, 10 rebounds) and Caris LeVert (21 points).
Boston, which lost just four times at TD Garden in the regular season, has now lost twice in five home games during the NBA Playoffs. Game 2 was tied 51-51 at halftime, but the Celtics were outscored by 24 points in the second half.
Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and Derrick White all struggled from the field, while Boston surely felt the absence of Kristaps Porzingis, who remains sidelined with a calf injury suffered last series against the Heat.
Now, Cleveland has seized home-court advantage and momentum, especially as they await the return of All-Star center Jarrett Allen, who has missed five straight games with a rib contusion.
Here is everything that you need to know about Game 3 between the Celtics and Cavaliers.
What channel is Celtics vs. Cavaliers on today?
- Date: Saturday, May 11
- TV channel: ABC
- Live stream: Sling | NordVPN
Game 3 of Celtics vs. Cavaliers will air nationally on ABC.
Fans can also stream the game on Sling. Sling is the home for the avid sports fans offering a range of sports channels so you can always cheer for your favorite teams.
In the United Kingdom, select playoff games are available to watch on TNT Sports and stream on Discovery+. In India, fans can catch select playoff games on Sports 18 and JioCinema (check local listings). Games can also be streamed via NBA League Pass.
If Celtics vs. Cavaliers Game 3 is not available to watch live in your location, or if you’re traveling abroad, you can use a Virtual Private Network (VPN). VPNs provide a secure and private online connection, allowing you to bypass geographical restrictions to access your favorite streaming service from any device, anywhere in the world.
Celtics vs. Cavaliers start time
- Date: Saturday, May 11
- Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
Celtics vs. Cavaliers Game 3 will begin at around 8:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, May 11. The game will be played at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland, Ohio.
Celtics vs. Cavaliers radio station
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Celtics vs. Cavaliers tickets
Tickets for Game 3 between the Celtics and Cavaliers, as well as all games during the 2024 NBA Playoffs, are available on StubHub. For a full rundown on seats and prices for select games, use the link below.
Celtics vs. Cavaliers odds via BetMGM
Boston is an 8.5-point favorite heading into Game 3. For the full market, check out BetMGM, an authorized gaming operator of the NBA.
| Game Lines | Celtics | Cavaliers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -8.5 | +8.5 |
| Moneyline | -350 | +260 |
Celtics vs. Cavaliers schedule
| Date | Game/Result | Time (ET) | TV channel/Live stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 7 | Boston 120, Cleveland 95 | — | — |
| May 9 | Boston 94, Cleveland 118 | — | — |
| May 11 | Game 3 | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
| May 13 | Game 4 | 7 p.m. | TNT |
| May 15 | Game 5 | 7 p.m. | TNT |
| May 17 | Game 6 | TBD | ESPN, Sling |
| May 19 | Game 7 | TBD | TBD |