The Celtics have executed their plan through the first two games of the 2024 NBA Finals, giving them a 2-0 series lead against the Mavericks.
In Sunday night’s Game 2, Boston held off a furious Dallas comeback attempt, holding on for a 105-98 victory at TD Garden. The Celtics got important contributions throughout their roster, including a team-high 26 points from Jrue Holiday, who may be the leading candidate for Finals MVP so far.
Dallas, meanwhile, will have to go back to the drawing board after two disappointing performances on the road. Luka Doncic totaled 32 points, 11 rebounds, 11 assists and four steals in Game 2, but his teammates have been unable to provide any support on the offensive end of the floor.
The series will now shift to Dallas for Games 3 and 4. According to Mavs.com, teams that have won the first two games of the NBA Finals also win the series 86.1 percent of the time, making Dallas’ first Finals game on its home floor essentially a must-win scenario.
Here is everything you need to know about the 2024 NBA Finals, including TV and streaming options for Game 3 between the Celtics and Mavericks.
Where to watch the NBA Finals tonight: TV channel, live stream for Celtics vs. Mavs
- TV channel: ABC
- Live stream: Sling
Game 3 of the 2024 NBA Finals will air nationally on ABC. Mike Breen (play-by-play), Doris Burke (color analyst) and JJ Redick (color analyst) will have the call, with Lisa Salters serving as the sideline reporter. Viewers can also stream the game on Sling.
Sling is the home for sports fans, as it offers a wide range of channels. You can always cheer for your favorite teams with channels like ESPN, TBS, TNT, NFL Network, FS1 and more.
What time is the NBA Finals tonight?
- Date: Wednesday, June 12
- Time: 8:30 p.m. ET | 7:30 p.m. CT
Game 3 of the NBA Finals will tip off around 8:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, June 12. The game will be played at the American Airlines Center in Dallas.
Celtics vs. Mavs Game 3 radio station
- Radio channel: SiriusXM channels 86 and 212
Listen to Celtics vs. Mavericks Game 3 and every game of the 2024 NBA Finals live on SiriusXM. Coverage will be available on channels 86 and 212.
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NBA Finals schedule 2024
(1) Celtics vs. (5) Mavericks — Boston leads 2-0
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
| June 6 | Celtics 107, Mavericks 89 | — | — |
| June 9 | Celtics 105, Mavericks 98 | — | — |
| June 12 | Game 3 | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
| June 14 | Game 4 | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
| June 17 | Game 5* | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
| June 20 | Game 6* | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
| June 23 | Game 7* | 8 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
*If necessary
NBA Playoffs bracket 2024
