Here's how to watch the Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks NBA playoff game tonight: Game 2 live stream options, more

After an exciting first game, the Indiana Pacers will face the New York Knicks again tonight in the second game of the Eastern Conference semifinal series. While the officials were heavily criticized for their performance in Game 1, with some claiming that officiating cost Indiana the game, both teams will need to put Game 1 behind them as they head into the remaining games of the series.

A game not to be missed when the rivals square off: The Pacers face the Knicks tonight. Read on to find out how and when you can watch today's game.

How and when to watch Game 2 Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks

Game 2 of the Indiana Pacers vs. New York Nets NBA Playoffs series will be played on May 8, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. ET (5:00 p.m. PT). The game will be broadcast and streamed on TNT Sling TV and the platforms listed below.

Here's how to watch Game 2 Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks without cable

If your cable subscription doesn't offer TNT or you've cut the cord with your cable provider, you can still watch today's game. Below are the platforms where you can watch today's game live.

Sling TV: The most affordable way to stream the Pacers vs. Knicks game

One of the most cost-effective ways to stream tonight's NBA playoff game is a Subscription to Sling TV. To watch today's game, you'll need a subscription to the Orange tier, which includes TNT and ESPN. To gain access to more NBA playoff games, upgrade to the Orange + Blue tier (recommended), which includes games played on ABC.

The Orange tier normally costs $40 per month, but Sling TV has a deal for new subscribers where you can get your first month for $15. The Orange + Blue tier costs $35 for the first month and $60 per month thereafter. There's also an NBA Playoffs package where you can save $30 when you prepay at any tier for three months. You can cancel at any time.

Top Sling TV Orange + Blue Tier Features:

• In total there are 46 channels to watch including ABC, ESPN and TNT.
• Get access to NFL games airing on ESPN next season at the lowest price.
• All subscription levels include 50 hours of cloud-based DVR storage.

Watch Pacers vs Knicks game for free on Max

Max, formerly known as HBO Max, is known for streaming premium HBO content such as “Succession” and “House of Dragon.” Now NBA fans can enjoy NBA Playoffs games broadcast on TNT on the streamer with the B/R Sports add-on. You need a Max subscription to access B/R sports content like the NBA Playoffs and NHL Playoffs. Some blackout periods apply.

A subscription to Max starts at $9.99 per month. The B/R Sport add-on is currently free.

Hulu + Live TV/ESPN+ Package: Watch the Pacers vs. Knicks game live for free

You can follow today's game with the Hulu + Live TV/ESPN+ package. The package includes 95 channels including ABC, TNT, local network affiliates and ESPN. It also includes the streaming service ESPN+. Unlimited DVR storage is also included. Watch today's game, the 2024 NBA Playoffs, this season's MLB, and next season's network-aired NFL games with the Hulu + Live TV/ESPN+ package.

Hulu + Live TV is bundled with ESPN+ and Disney+. It costs $77 per month after a three-day free trial.

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NBA Playoffs 2024: Complete Playoff Schedule

The Conference Semifinals are a best-of-seven series beginning May 4, 2024. All times Eastern.

(1) Boston vs. (4) Cleveland

• Game 1: Cavaliers vs. Celtics, Tuesday, May 7 (7 ET, TNT)
• Game 2: Cavaliers vs. Celtics, Thursday, May 9 (7 ET, ESPN)
• Game 3: Celtics vs. Cavaliers, Saturday, May 11 (8:30 a.m. ET, ABC)
• Game 4: Celtics vs. Cavaliers, Monday, May 13 (7 ET, TNT)
• Game 5: Cavaliers vs. Celtics, Wednesday, May 15 (TBD, TNT) *
• Game 6: Celtics vs. Cavaliers, Friday, May 17 (TBD, ESPN) *
• Game 7: Cavaliers vs. Celtics, Sunday, May 19 (TBD, TBD) *
The series ended 0-0

* = If required

(2) New York vs. (6) Indiana

• Game 1: Knicks 121, Pacers 117
• Game 2: Pacers vs. Knicks, Wednesday, May 8 (8 ET, TNT)
• Game 3: Knicks vs. Pacers, Friday, May 10 (7 ET, ESPN)
• Game 4: Knicks vs. Pacers, Sunday, May 12 (3:30 p.m. ET, ABC)
• Game 5: Pacers vs. Knicks, Tuesday, May 14 (TBD, TNT) *
• Game 6: Knicks vs. Pacers, Friday, May 17 (TBD, ESPN) *
• Game 7: Pacers vs. Knicks, Sunday, May 19 (TBD, TBD) *
The series ended 0-0

* = If required

Western Conference

All times Eastern Standard Time

(1) Oklahoma City vs. (5) Dallas

• Game 1: Mavericks vs. Thunder, Tuesday, May 7 (9:30 a.m. ET, TNT)
• Game 2: Mavericks vs. Thunder, Thursday, May 9 (9:30 a.m. ET, ESPN)
• Game 3: Thunder vs. Mavericks, Saturday, May 11 (3:30 p.m. ET, ABC)
• Game 4: Thunder vs. Mavericks, Monday, May 13 (9:30 a.m. ET, TNT)
• Game 5: Mavericks vs. Thunder, Wednesday, May 15 (TBD, TNT) *
• Game 6: Thunder vs. Mavericks, Saturday, May 18 (8:30 a.m. ET, ESPN) *
• Game 7: Mavericks vs. Thunder, Monday, May 20 (8:30 a.m. ET, TNT) *
The series ended 0-0

* = If required

(2) Denver vs. (3) Minnesota

• Game 1: Timberwolves 106, Nuggets 99
• Game 2: Timberwolves 106, Nuggets 80
• Game 3: Nuggets vs. Timberwolves, Friday, May 10 (9:30 a.m. ET, ESPN)
• Game 4: Nuggets vs. Timberwolves, Sunday, May 12 (8 ET, TNT)
• Game 5: Timberwolves vs. Nuggets, Tuesday, May 14 (TBD, TNT) *
• Game 6: Nuggets vs. Timberwolves, Thursday, May 16 (8:30, ESPN) *
• Game 7: Timberwolves vs. Nuggets, Sunday, May 19 (TBD, TBD) *

Minnesota leads the series 1-0

* = If required

First round results

Below are the results of the first round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs.

Eastern Conference

(1) Boston Celtics vs. (8) Miami Heat

• Game 1: Celtics 114, Heat 94
• Game 2: Heat 111, Celtics 101
• Game 3: Celtics 104, Heat 84
• Game 4: Celtics 102, Heat 88
• Game 5: Celtics 118, Heat 84

(2) New York Knicks vs. (7) Philadelphia 76ers

• Game 1: Knicks 111, 76ers 104
• Game 2: Knicks 104, 76ers 101
• Game 3: 76ers 125, Knicks 114
• Game 4: Knicks 97, 76ers 92
• Game 5: 76ers 112, Knicks 106 (OT)
• Game 6: Knicks 118, 76ers 115

(3) Milwaukee Bucks vs. (6) Indiana Pacers

• Game 1: Bucks 109, Pacers 94
• Game 2: Pacers 125, Bucks 108
• Game 3: Pacers 121, Bucks 118
• Game 4: Pacers 126, Bucks 113
• Game 5: Bucks 115, Pacers 92
• Game 6: Pacers 120, Bucks 98

(4) Cleveland vs. (5) Orlando

• Game 1: Cavaliers 97, Magic 83
• Game 2: Cavaliers 96, Magic 86
• Game 3: Magic 121, Cavaliers 83
• Game 4: Magic 112, Cavaliers 89
• Game 5: Cavaliers 104, Magic 103
• Game 6: Magic 103, Cavaliers 96
• Game 7: Cavaliers 106, Magic 94

Western Conference

(1) Oklahoma City Thunder vs. (8) New Orleans Pelicans

• Game 1: Thunder 94, Pelicans 92
• Game 2: Thunder 124, Pelicans 92
• Game 3: Thunder 106, Pelicans 85
• Game 4: Thunder 97, Pelicans 89

(2) Denver Nuggets vs. (7) Los Angeles Lakers

• Game 1: Nuggets 114, Lakers 103
• Game 2: Nuggets 101, Lakers 99
• Game 3: Nuggets 112, Lakers 105
• Game 4: Lakers 119, Nuggets 108
• Game 5: Nuggets 108, Lakers 106

(3) Minnesota Timberwolves vs. (6) Phoenix Suns

• Game 1: Timberwolves 120, Suns 95
• Game 2: Timberwolves 105, Suns 93
• Game 3: Timberwolves 129, Suns 109
• Game 4: Timberwolves 112, Suns 116

(4) LA Clippers vs. (5) Dallas Mavericks

• Game 1: Clippers 109, Mavericks 97
• Game 2: Mavericks 96, Clippers 93
• Game 3: Mavericks 101, Clippers 90
• Game 4: Clippers 116, Mavericks 111
• Game 5: Mavericks 123, Clippers 93
• Game 6: Mavericks 114, Mavericks 101

Conference finals schedule

The conference finals begin May 21 and 22, but may be postponed to May 19 and 20 if the preliminary round series ends early.

NBA Finals schedule

The 2024 NBA Finals begin June 6 and will air on ABC.

• Sunday, June 9th: Game 2
• Wednesday, June 12th: Game 3
• Friday June 14th: Game 4
• Monday, June 17th: Game 5 (if necessary)
• Thursday, June 20th: Game 6 (if necessary)
• Sunday June 23rd: Game 7 (if necessary)