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New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson proved why he was named this year’s Kia Clutch Player of the Year after delivering a huge three-point make against the Detroit Pistons in their first-round series. Despite a spirited performance from the upstart Pistons, Jalen Brunson, who seemingly lives for these moments, dropped the dagger from beyond the arc and sank the hopes of Detroit.
The Knicks visited the Pistons with a 3-2 advantage in their best-of-seven series, which got testy in game 4 with the Pistons showing plenty of fight in the contest and coming away with the win. It appeared that the Pistons were on their way to capturing the win on their home court, but the tight defense of the Knicks and their hot shooting tied things up towards the end of regulation.
Brunson faced yet another round of boos and insults from fans and a relentless onslaught of speed, offense, and defense from Detroit’s young core of Cade Cunningham, Ausar Thompson, and Jalen Duren. However, with the game tied 113-all and just 20 seconds on the clock, Brunson tied the cape around his neck and went to work.
With the much taller Thompson guarding him, Brunson shrugged off the coverage, hit a crossover dribble, and drained one of the biggest three-pointers of the 2025 NBA Playoffs. After hitting the shot, Brunson blew kisses to the crowd, and the Pistons made an effort to score, but the Knicks’ defensive scheme headed off their plans.
Brunson and the New York Knicks will now face the defending champion Boston Celtics in what’s expected to be a must-see series.
On X, Jalen Brunson’s clutch heroics were the top-trending topic. We’ve got reactions below.
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Luka Doncic hasn’t delivered an NBA Championship to the city of Los Angeles yet, but he is quickly earning the respect of Lakers fans.
Some unknown individual defaced a Downtown Los Angeles mural of the late Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna “Gigi” Bryant, with graffiti, turning it into a canvas for a dispute between street artists.
The touching tribute piece, which features Bryant donning his Lakers jersey while kissing a young Gigi on the cheek, was covered in white paint and graffiti tags.
TMZ Sports reports that someone wrote “keep running your mouth p***y” in the top corner where the mural’s creator, “Sloe Motions,” name is located.
That message or threat is crossed out with a reply stating, “Leave a name, p***y! Don’t B scared.”
Well, it looks like Luka Doncic, who is currently in his first year of donning the purple and gold after the Dallas Mavericks shockingly traded him to the Lakers, is stepping up to fix the mural and is opening up his wallet.
Per TMZ Sports:
There’s a happy ending to this story … as TMZ Sports has learned Lakers superstar Luka Doncic has donated $5,000 to help restore the mural.
It’s an incredible gesture … as that is the total amount the fundraiser was hoping to rake in for the effort.
That’s dope of the NBA superstar.
Kobe Bryant & His Daughter’s Global Impact
Following the tragic passing of the iconic NBA superstar and his daughter as a result of a helicopter crash, murals sprang up all over Los Angeles and around the globe honoring the Lakers legend and his daughter, who aspired to follow in her father’s footsteps on the basketball court.
Weirdly, a LA native would do such a thing to a piece of art honoring someone who is the embodiment of the city and brought so much joy to Lakers fans.
Salute to Luka Doncic.
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If this is the final time we see Giannis Antetokounmpo in a Milwaukee Bucks uniform, he went out fighting, both literally and figuratively.
Things got extremely chippy at Gainbridge Fieldhouse after final buzzer of the Indiana Pacers stunning 119-118 overtime victory over the Bucks, eliminating the Bucks from the 2025 NBA Playoffs.
Giannis Antetokounmpo got into it with Pacers guard Ben Mathurin at center court first, which led to the hoopers having to be separated. It looked, at first, as if the players were exchanging pleasantries, as players always do at the end of the game, but. Mathurin pushes Giannis, who had his hand on the back of Mathurin’s head.
Then Antetokounmpo got into it with Tyrese Haliburton’s father, John Haliburton, after his son sealed the Pacers’ win with a game-winning drive past the Greek Freak. Antetokounmpo shook hands with John Haliburton before two butted heads and began screaming at each other before they each had to be separated.
Following the game, Tyrese Haliburton spoke about the incident, saying that his father was in the wrong, adding that a conversation would be had.
“I don’t think that my pops was in the right at all there. … We will have a conversation and I’ll talk to Giannis, it’s unfortunate we’re all grown men,” Haliburton said during the post-game press conference.
Antetokounmpo was also asked about the incident, and he added during his post-game press conference that “I believe like being humble in victory, ” and that he felt “disrespected,” but noted that all parties involved talked, adding “I think we’re in a good place.”
Social Media Is Reacting To The Chippy End
As expected, the two incidents have social media talking, especially if this is Giannis’ final game as a member of the Milwaukee Bucks franchise.
Many believe the NBA champion will be traded and sent to a contender because it’s not looking suitable for the Bucks next season. The team has no first-round picks in the upcoming NBA Draft, and outside of Damian Lillard, who suffered a torn Achilles in his last game, putting an asterisk on his career, and whether he will play next season, there isn’t much to lure Antetokounmpo back.
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Draymond Green found himself trending on X after his teammate, Jimmy Butler, was injured by Amen Thompson during a play under the basket. Golden State Warriors fans called the play by the Houston Rockets a dirty one, prompting fans on X to call out Draymond Green’s well-documented record of being a physical player that others have referred to as dirty.
The Golden State Warriors and the Houston Rockets faced off in Game 2 of the first round of the NBA Playoffs on Wednesday (April 24) in Houston. The play in question occurred when Amen Thompson shot a floater and missed, with Jimmy Butler going for the defensive rebound. As Butler grabbed the ball, Thompson undercut him, causing the forward to crash down hard on his tailbone. A foul was called on the play, and Butler shot two at the line before heading back to the locker room and never returned.
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Warriors fans, angered that their reliable star was out of the game, called out the play. There were even some suggesting that Green pushed Thompson into Butler, but that was debunked on video replay. What we saw in the replay was Green boxing out, not shoving anyone. That said, Warriors fans were upset about the play, but the counter from NBA fans was brutal.
On X, several examples of Green’s physical play and roughhousing on the court that he’s known for were shown, all in an attempt to frame Green as the truly dirty player and take the heat off Thompson. Others brought up some of Green’s past antics, such as stomping on the chest of a downed player and other reported acts of on-court violence.
Coach Steve Kerr defended his player by saying that the taunts from the Rockets fans were disrespectful and asked them to tone down the “F You Draymond” chants. Kerr’s comments also got a response from basketball fans on X.
We’ve got reactions from all sides regarding the Draymond Green, Amen Thompson, and Jimmy Butler dustup below.
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Ahead of the NBA Playoffs, the pro basketball league tips off the NBA Play-In Tournament to determine which teams will take the last spots in the Eastern and Western Conferences. Since there are eight teams battling for four spots, it’s going to be one thrilling and exciting tournament when it starts on Tuesday (April 15).
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Keep reading to learn the other streaming options to watch the NBA Play-In Tournament online without cable.
When Does NBA Play-In Tournament 2025 Start?
The NBA Play-In Tournament games broadcast live on ESPN and TNT, with tipoff starting on Tuesday (April 15) with the Atlanta Hawks vs. Orlando Magic at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT. The NBA post-season games are available to livestream on Sling TV.
Who Is In the NBA Play-In Tournament 2025?
The NBA Play-In Tournament pits the eight lowest seeded teams in contention against each other to see which teams will make the final four spots in the NBA Playoffs. There are six single-elimination games spread over three nights of hoops action.
Tuesday, April 15
Orlando Magic vs. Atlanta Hawks, 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT — TNT
Golden State Warriors vs. Memphis Grizzlies, 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT — TNT
Wednesday, April 16
Chicago Bulls vs. Miami Heat, 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT — ESPN
Sacramento Kings vs. Dallas Mavericks, 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT — ESPN
Friday, April 18
East Magic/Hawks loser vs. East Bulls/Heat winner, Time TBD — TNT
West Warriors/Grizzlies loser vs. West Kings/Mavericks winner, Time TBD — ESPN
How to Watch NBA Play-In Tournament 2025 With Sling TV
To watch the NBA Play-In Tournament on ESPN and TNT, Sling TV Orange + Blue starts at $33 for the first month, $65.99 per month afterward (the streamer’s current deal), with more than 45 channels that are streamable on smart TVs, smartphones, tablets and on web browsers.
The service even gets you live access to broadcast and cable networks such as Disney Channel, ESPN2, NBC, Fox, TBS, Bravo, Discovery Channel, Fox News, MSNBC, National Geographic, USA Network, Fox Sports and more. Please note that channel availability and price depends on your local TV market. Learn more about Sling TV here.
How to Watch NBA Play-In Tournament 2025 With Hulu + Live TV
The NBA Play-In Tournament games on ESPN and TNT are available to watch with Hulu + Live TV too. Prices for the cable alternative start at $82.99 per month, while each plan comes with Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN+ at no additional cost.
Hulu + Live TV might be best for those who want all of these streaming services together in one bundle. It also features many other networks, including ABC, Hallmark Channel, BET, CMT, Disney Channel, NBC, Fox Sports and more.
How to Watch NBA Play-In Tournament 2025 With DirecTV
A subscription to DirecTV’s new My Sports package — which comes with ESPN and TNT for NBA Play-In Tournament — gets you access to live TV, local and cable channels, starting at $69.99 per month. The service even offers a five-day free trial to watch for free if you sign up now.
You can watch local networks such as NBC, ABC and Fox, while you can also watch many cable networks, including FS1, MLB Network, NBA TV, NFL Network and others.
Which Celebrities Are Making Appearances During NBA Play-In Tournament?
It’s likely there will be a number of celebrities and famous recording artists in attendance during the NBA Play-In Tournament, such as Warriors fans E-40, Jessica Alba and Carlos Santana; Hawks fans T.I., Ludacris and 2 Chainz; Bulls fans Chance the Rapper, Common and Bill Murray; and others. Tune in to the games to find out who’s sitting courtsideon celebrity row.
How to Buy NBA Play-In Tournament 2025 Tickets Online
Want to attend the NBA Play-In Tournament games in person? There are still last-minute tickets available via Vivid Seats (get $20 off purchases of $200 and over with code BB30), SeatGeek (your first purchases can get $10 off ticket order $250 and with code BILLBOARD10), StubHub and GameTime (score $20 off ticket orders of $150 and over with code SAVE20). Prices vary depending on the city and seats available.
Moreover, you can save $150 off when you spend $500 with promo code BILLBOARD150, or $300 off when you spend $1,000 with promo code BILLBOARD300 at TicketNetwork.com.
Starting on Tuesday (April 15) at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT, the NBA Play-In Tournament 2025 broadcasts on ESPN and TNT. Post-season games are also available to livestream on Sling TV.
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Luka Dončić is returning to Dallas for the first time since the shocking blockbuster trade between the Mavericks and the Los Angeles Lakers on February 1.
Tipping off at American Airline Center in Dallas on April 9, the injured Mavs team — led by former Laker Anthony Davis — will look to hold their own against a red-hot LA squad with Dončić and LeBron James. Starting at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT, don’t miss this potential NBA Playoff matchup airing live on ESPN and streaming on Fubo, Sling TV and ESPN+.
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So far this season, the purple and gold have received the better end of the trade, with Dončić and James leading the Lakers to the current third seed in the NBA Western Conference, and are now favorites to make it to the finals. On the other hand, Dallas has been struggling with devastating injuries since the trade. After acquiring Davis, he suffered a left adductor strain in his debut game in February. Then, All-Star point guard Kyrie Irving suffered a torn ACL injury leaving him out for the remainder of the season.
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With AD finally back, can the Mavericks take down his former team and teammate, LeBron James? Here’s how you can tune into the the Lakers vs. Mavericks game below.
When and Where Is the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks game?
The Los Angeles Lakers and the Dallas Mavericks will square off on Wednesday, April 9, at American Airline Center in Dallas at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT. The game will broadcast live on ESPN and available to stream on Fubo, Sling TV and ESPN+.
How to Watch the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks Game
To watch the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks game online, Fubo TV offers a seven-day free trial to new users. With the streaming service, subscribers can stream hundreds of cable, network and sports channels with Fubo’s Pro package, which is $84.99 a month for 145 channels such as CBS, ABC, Fox, NBC, FX, TLC, AMC, MSNBC, ESPN, FS1 and Nickelodeon. But you don’t have to sign up right away: Try it out with a weeklong free trial with no commitment to livestream the NBA game online free.
Sling Orange is another affordable streaming choice, especially for sports fans. Watch TNT, ESPN and other sports, news and entertainment channels for just $23 for the first month ($45.99/month afterward). You can also watch local networks such as ABC and NBC, as well as many cable networks, including Lifetime AMC, A&E, BET, Cartoon Network, Fuse, CNN, Food Network and many others.
ESPN+ is the official streaming platform for ESPN, and a subscription includes instant access to games and more exclusive content for $11.99/month. You can save 17% off by purchasing an annual subscription for $119.99/year. There is no free ESPN+ trial, but it does include exclusive on-demand videos and access to content from what was formerly known as ESPN Insider.
A subscription to DirecTV Stream — which comes with ESPN — gets you access to live TV, local and cable channels, starting at $74.99 per month. The service even offers a five-day free trial if you sign up now.
You can watch local networks such as NBC, ABC, Fox and PBS, as well as many cable networks, including FS1, Lifetime, FX, AMC, A&E, Bravo, BET, MTV, Paramount Network, Cartoon Network, VH1, Fuse, CNN, Food Network, CNBC and many others.
How to Get Last-Minute Tickets to the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks Game
Want last-minute tickets to the Lakers vs. Mavericks game? There are plenty of affordable tickets available on Vivid Seats (get $20 off purchases of $200 and over with code BB30), SeatGeek (your first purchases can get $10 off ticket order $250 and with code BILLBOARD10), StubHub and GameTime (score $20 off ticket orders of $150 and over with code SAVE20). Prices vary depending on the city and seats available.
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The LeBron James versus Stephen A. Smith “beef” has become more comical.
In his 22 seasons, LeBron James has given all indications that he gives zero f***s and is clapping back at anyone who he feels did him or his family dirty or has some wild takes.
James has clearly grown tired of ESPN workhorse Stephen A. Smith constantly talking about him, but the final straw was the analyst talking about James’ firstborn son and now Los Angeles Lakers teammate Bronny James, which led to a now-infamous confrontation that Smith can’t seem to stop revisiting.
The Chosen One got Stephen A. Smith in his feelings again after he stopped by The Pat McAfee Show and addressed Smith’s behavior following the incident.
“He’s on a Taylor Swift tour run right now. It started off with ‘I didn’t wanna address it, but since the video came out, I have to,’” James told McAfee, explaining the ongoing beef with the sports pundit, who is now dipping his toes into politics.
James continued, “Never would I not allow people to criticize players about what they do on the court. That is your job. That’s all part of the game. But when you get personal with it it’s my job to not only protect my damn household but protect the players,” James says before imagining the pundit’s reaction to the clip. “He’s going to be smiling from ear to ear when he hears me talking about him. He’s gonna get home and get some ice ream out of the f-cking freezer and sit in his chair in tighty whiteys on the couch. Like, dude, relax.
Stephen A. Smith Says He Would Have “Swung On” James
Of course, Smith would have something to say on the matter, and he responded via his podcast, The Stephen A. Smith Show, where he spent the entire show blasting James, even claiming he would have “swung on” the professional hooper if things got physical.
He also added that he’s pretty sure he would have gotten his “ass kicked” by James if the two were to have thrown hands.
“When he approached me sitting courtside at that game against the New York Knicks, when he rolled up on me I didn’t know he was gonna roll up on me,” Smith said. “I had no idea, but when he said what he had to say I was in no position to give any kind of retort without making a scene. It was during the third quarter, it was fresh out of a timeout, it was him walking to the basketball court. It was on national television, the cameras were rolling and had I done something what do ya’ll want me to do? You want this to be a reincarnation of Chris Rock and Will Smith?”
“And let me state for the record while we bring up that, let me assure you it wouldn’t have gone down like that. I would have gotten my ass kicked because if that man put his hands on me I would’ve immediately swung on him. Immediately. That I’m not going to tolerate,” he continued.
Nobody Believes You, Stephen A. Smith
As expected, everyone is clowning Stephen A. Smith. LeBron James didn’t waste time responding via Instagram, sharing a video of Smith participating in boxing training and looking ridiculous.
James’ Cavaliers teammate, Kevin Love, even got in on the action.
LOL.
Stephen A. Smith is looking quite foolish. You can see more reactions in the gallery below.
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In celebration of Big Sean Night at the Detroit Pistons vs. San Antonio Spurs game on March 25, the “Yes” rapper has dropped a limited-edition apparel collection in honor of the Motor City, his hometown.
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The collab features a unique T-shirt and hoodie adorned with a custom Detroit, World Tour 2025 design. Initially revealed at the NBA game, the collection has made its way online for Detroit fans to shop. So if you couldn’t attend Big Sean Night, you can now shop the collab on the Pistons’ site. Shop quickly though, because both tops are selling fast.
The Pistons announced Big Sean night back in February and planned to celebrate his ties to the NBA organization, his impact in Detroit, as well ashis birthday, which is also on March 25. The night immersed fans in all things Sean Don, including in-game activations, contests and prizes, and a special halftime performance by Detroit rapper Nasaan, curated by Big Sean.
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“Being from the city, you all know how much this means to me and the journey we all have to go through to make something of yourself, so I truly appreciate the support,” said Big Sean in a statement. “To be able to work with the Pistons as the creative director of innovation is a dream come true, and I can’t wait to bring Don Life to the city.”
As a part of the night, the Pistons are also creating an exclusive Big Sean bobblehead available to fans only through a special charitable ticket package, which includes the one-of-a-kind bobblehead and a ticket to the game. Proceeds from the ticket package will benefit the Detroit Pistons Foundation as well as the Boys & Girls Club of Southeastern Michigan via the Sean Anderson Foundation. Tickets must be purchased by visiting the Pistons site.
The limited-edition collaboration follows the release of Sean’s self-help book, Go Higher, as well as linking with Will Smith for a Matrix-inspired music video for “Beautiful Scars.”
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Detroit Pistons star combo guard Cade Cunningham is having himself quite the season and while most basketball players of his caliber tend to protest their bodies at all costs to avoid injuries, Cunningham seems willing to put his on the line to live a life-long dream.
In a recent interview with Landon Buford, Cade Cunningham is one of the many wrestling fans that play in the NBA, but Cade doesn’t want to just watch his favorite wrestlers duke it out in the squared ring, he also wants to partake in laying the smacketh down on someone. After seeing the likes of Dennis Rodman, Shaquille O’Neal and even Jalen Brunson pop up and get involved in some scuffles in the ring, Cade is hoping to follow suit at some point in the future as he’s been a fan of the sport for quite some time.
When asked about his love of wrestling and if he would like to one day partake in some ring action, Cade didn’t hesitate to respond. “Yeah it’s possible. For sure. I think WWE is fire. I grew up loving WWE… but yeah. I’d be down to do it for sure,” he said.
While we’re sure Cade would love to get his hands on an opponent at some live WWE event, we’re not sure management over at the Detroit Pistons front office would co-sign seeing their start guard put himself in harms way as we’ve seen many professional wrestlers suffer all kinds of injuries over the decades. Heck, when Jalen Brunson appeared to hurt himself during his quick WWE appearance last year, Knicks nation collectively held their breath as we couldn’t bare the thought of losing our superstar point guard in such a way.
What do y’all think about Cade Cunningham wanting to take part in a WWE event? Should he risk it for fun or play it safe and just watch from the sidelines? Let us know in the comments section below.
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The defending NBA champs, Boston Celtics, will face off against the Western Conference juggernauts Oklahoma City Thunder in a must-watch clash of titans. Tipping off at TD Garden in Boston on March 12, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown will defend their home court against the season MVP frontrunner, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Starting at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT, don’t miss this potential NBA Finals matchup airing live on ESPN and streaming on Fubo, Sling TV and ESPN+.
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Gilgeous-Alexander, who’s currently favored to win MVP, is having quite the season. He’s leading the league in scoring (32.7 points per game) while dominating teams on defense by accumulating the second highest average in steals (1.8 steals per game). The OKC Thunder are sitting atop the Western Conference with a comfortable 11 game lead over the second place Denver Nuggets, and are favored to make their first appearance in the NBA Finals since 2012. Shai and the Thunder look to ride this momentum into TD Garden to face their biggest Eastern Conference threat.
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On the other hand, the Celtics haven’t shown any signs of slowing down since winning the NBA Finals last season. Tatum and Brown continue to prove that they’re one of the best duo’s in league history, alongside an extensive roster of weapons including Derrick White, Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porziņģis, and veteran Al Horford. Behind the three-point line, there’s no team better than the Celtics right now. They have the most team threes in the season with 1,157 so far, and hold the record for most threes made in a game with 29.
Want to watch or attend the Thunder vs Celtics game? Keep reading to learn how to stream the game online, as well as how to secure last-minute tickets.
When and Where Is the Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Boston Celtics Game?
The Oklahoma City Thunder and Boston Celtics will square off on Wednesday, March 12, at TD Garden Arena in Boston at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT. The game will broadcast live on ESPN and available to stream on Fubo TV, Sling TV and ESPN+.
How to Watch the Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Boston Celtics Game Online
To watch the Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Boston Celtics game online, Fubo TV offers a seven-day free trial to new users. With the streaming service, subscribers can stream hundreds of cable, network and sports channels with Fubo’s Pro package, which is $84.99 a month for 145 channels such as CBS, ABC, Fox, NBC, FX, TLC, AMC, MSNBC, ESPN, FS1 and Nickelodeon. But you don’t have to sign up right away: Try it out with a weeklong free trial with no commitment to livestream the NBA game online free.
Sling Orange is another affordable streaming choice, especially for sports fans. Watch TNT, ESPN and other sports, news and entertainment channels for just $23 for the first month ($45.99/month afterward). You can also watch local networks such as ABC and NBC, as well as many cable networks, including Lifetime AMC, A&E, BET, Cartoon Network, Fuse, CNN, Food Network and many others.
ESPN+ is the official streaming platform for ESPN, and a subscription includes instant access to games and more exclusive content for $11.99/month. You can save 17% off by purchasing an annual subscription for $119.99/year. There is no free ESPN+ trial, but it does include exclusive on-demand videos and access to content from what was formerly known as ESPN Insider.
A subscription to DirecTV Stream — which comes with ESPN — gets you access to live TV, local and cable channels, starting at $74.99 per month. The service even offers a five-day free trial if you sign up now.
You can watch local networks such as NBC, ABC, Fox and PBS, as well as many cable networks, including FS1, Lifetime, FX, AMC, A&E, Bravo, BET, MTV, Paramount Network, Cartoon Network, VH1, Fuse, CNN, Food Network, CNBC and many others.
How to Get Last-Minute Tickets to the Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Boston Celtics Game
Want last-minute tickets to the Thunder vs Celtics game? There are plenty of affordable tickets available on Vivid Seats (get $20 off purchases of $200 and over with code BB30), SeatGeek (your first purchases can get $10 off ticket order $250 and with code BILLBOARD10), StubHub and GameTime (score $20 off ticket orders of $150 and over with code SAVE20). Prices vary depending on the city and seats available.
Moreover, you can save $150 off when you spend $500 with promo code BILLBOARD150, or $300 off when you spend $1,000 with promo code BILLBOARD300 at TicketNetwork.com.