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Can Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat overcome the prolific offense of the Denver Nuggets? That’s what we’ll find out in game 4 of this epic series. Wondering how to watch the NBA Finals without cable? Here are all your options for a Nuggets vs. Heat live stream. Game 4 airs on ABC and ESPN3 at 8:30 p.m. ET Friday, June 9.
NBA Finals live stream quick links
US: ABC/ESPN3 via Sling TV ($40 $20 for your first month)Watch from anywhere: Use ExpressVPN to stream via Sling TVUpcoming games: NBA Finals scheduleStart time: 8:30 p.m. ET / 5:30 p.m. PT / 1:30 a.m. BST
Denver has jumped out to a 2-1 lead, guaranteeing a fifth game in this epic championship series. Denver enters the game as a 3.5-point Vegas favorite, and would be the clear favorite to win the entire series if it can add another notch in the win column. Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo need another gutsy performance to outlast Nikola Jokic and his comrades, who are sure threats in their own right.
How to watch the NBA Finals in the US
ABC exclusively broadcasts the 2023 NBA Finals, but partner station ESPN3 is also simulcasting all the games. You should be set with a cable or satellite subscription, and it’s broadcasting over-the-air for those with digital TV. Using your TV provider’s login credentials, you can also sign into ABC and ESPN via the web or smartphone apps.
If you’re looking for the most affordable option to watch the NBA Finals live, try Sling TV. It starts at just $20 (usually $40) for your first month of Sling Orange, which includes ESPN3. There’s a Sling app available on nearly every streaming device available.
Sling has no commitments, so it’s easy to cancel after you’ve witnessed the championship celebration. If you prefer to watch on ABC, note that Sling only includes this channel in its Blue plan and only in a handful of broadcast markets.
You can also stream the NBA Finals by signing up for a live TV streaming subscription. Some of the best streaming options include FuboTV and Hulu + Live TV. FuboTV offers a free seven-day trial for new viewers, but that’s not long enough to catch all the remaining games (and it’s pretty expensive at $64.99, so take care to cancel before the trial expires).
Watch Nuggets vs. Heat live streams from anywhere
Don’t live in the United States? If your local TV provider isn’t simulcasting the game, you can still watch Nuggets vs. Heat game 4 using the live TV streaming services we recommend above. You’ll require a VPN, or virtual private network, to get around geofencing restrictions to access them.
We’ve found ExpressVPN to be the best VPN for this sort of thing. ExpressVPN offers a user-friendly app, enterprise-level encryption standards, and industry-best privacy policies. There’s no risk for trying it: ExpressVPN guarantees your money back within 30 days if you’re unsatisfied.
How to watch NBA Finals online with a VPN
Sign up for a VPN if you don’t have one.Install it on the device you’re using to watch the NBA Finals.Turn it on and set it to the required country for the options below.Sign up for your preferred streaming service and open the app.Find ABC or ESPN3 in the live TV guide within the app.Tip-off time: June 9 at 8:30 p.m. ET / 5:30 p.m. PT / 1:30 a.m. BST
2023 NBA Finals Schedule
Game
Date and time
Channel
Game 1, Miami Heat at Denver Nuggets
Denver def. Miami 104-93
June 1, 8:30 p.m. ET
ABC, ESPN+, ESPN3
Game 2, Miami Heat at Denver Nuggets
Miami def. Denver 111-108
June 4, 8 p.m. ET
ABC, ESPN3
Game 3, Denver Nuggets at Miami Heat
Denver def. Miami
June 7, 8:30 p.m. ET
ABC, ESPN3
Game 4, Denver Nuggets at Miami Heat
June 9, 8:30 p.m. ET
ABC, ESPN3
Game 5, Miami Heat at Denver Nuggets
June 12, 8:30 p.m. ET
ABC, ESPN3
Game 6, Denver Nuggets at Miami Heat (if necessary)
June 15, 8:30 p.m. ET
ABC, ESPN3
Game 7, Miami Heat at Denver Nuggets (if necessary)
June 18, 8 p.m. ET
ABC, ESPN3
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