The Cleveland Cavaliers head the Bean Town to face the Boston Celtics in an intriguing NBA Eastern Conference matchup tonight. Find out how to watch for free.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers open up the NBA season against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden today. Find out how to watch for free.

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Pistons, coming off a 135-116 win over Orlando, face the 2-3 Mavericks in one of seven international NBA showcases scheduled for the 2025 season. Here's how to watch.