How to watch the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets NBA Playoffs game tonight: Game 1 streaming options, more

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Round 2 of the 2024 NBA Playoffs starts today as the Minnesota Timberwolves face the Denver Nuggets in the Western Conference semifinals. Keep reading below to find out how and when to watch today's NBA Playoffs game, even if you don't have cable.

How and when to watch Game 1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets series

Game 1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets Round 2 NBA Playoffs series will be played on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. ET (4:00 p.m. PT). The game will air on TNT and stream on Sling TV and the platforms featured below.

How to watch Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets Game 1 without cable

If your cable subscription doesn't carry TNT or you've cut the cord with your cable company, you can still watch today's game. Below are the platforms on which you can watch today's game live.

Save $25 on Sling TV: The most cost-effective way to stream the Timberwolves vs. Nuggets game

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

The Orange tier is normally $40 per month, but Sling TV has an offer for new subscribers where you can get your first month for $15. The Orange + Blue tier costs $35 for your first month, and $60 per month after that. There's also an NBA playoffs package deal where you can save $30 when you pre-pay for three months of service on any tier. You can cancel anytime.

Note: Because Sling TV doesn't carry CBS, you won't be able to watch CBS-aired live sports, including the NFL. If you're looking for one live TV streaming platform to watch all your favorite sports, we suggest a subscription to Hulu + Live TV.
• There are 46 channels to watch in total, including ABC, ESPN and TNT.
• You get access to NFL games airing on ESPN next season at the lowest price.

Hulu + Live TV/ESPN+ bundle: Watch the Timberwolves vs. Nuggets Game 1 live for free

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

Hulu + Live TV comes bundled with ESPN+ and Disney+. It's priced at $77 after a three-day free trial.

Watch the Timberwolves vs. Nuggets game for free on Max

Max, formerly known as HBO Max, is known for streaming top-tier HBO content like "Succession" and "House of Dragon". Now, basketball fans can enjoy NBA Playoffs games airing on TNT and TBS on the streamer with the B/R sports add-on. You'll need a Max subscription to access B/R sports content like the NBA Playoffs and the NHL Playoffs. Some blackouts do apply.

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

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The Conference semifinals are a best-of-seven series beginning on May 4, 2024.
• Game 1: TBD vs. Celtics, TBD (TBD, TBD)
• Game 2: TBD vs. Celtics, TBD (TBD, TBD)
• Game 3: Celtics vs. TBD, TBD (TBD, TBD)
• Game 4: Celtics vs. TBD, TBD (TBD, TBD)
• Game 5: TBD vs. Celtics, TBD (TBD, TBD) *
• Game 6: Celtics vs. TBD, TBD (TBD, TBD) *
• Game 7: TBD vs. Celtics, TBD (TBD, TBD) *
• Game 1: Pacers vs. Knicks, Monday, May 6 (7:30 ET, TNT)
• 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 ET, ABC)
• Game 5: Pacers vs. Knicks, TBD (TBD, TBD) *
• Game 6: Knicks vs. Pacers, TBD (TBD, TBD) *
• Game 7: Pacers vs. Knicks, TBD (TBD, TBD) *
• Game 1: TBD vs. Thunder, Tuesday, May 7 (9:30 ET, TNT)
• Game 2: TBD vs. Thunder, Thursday, May 9 (TBD, ESPN)
• Game 3: Thunder vs. TBD, Saturday, May 11 (3:30 ET, ABC)
• Game 4: Thunder vs. TBD, Monday, May 13 (TBD, TNT)
• Game 5: TBD vs. Thunder, TBD (TBD, TBD) *
• Game 6: Celtics vs. TBD, TBD (TBD, TBD) *
• Game 7: TBD vs. Celtics, TBD (TBD, TBD) *

Series tied 0-0
• Game 1: Wolves vs. Nuggets, Saturday, May 4 (7 ET, TNT)
• Game 2: Wolves vs. Nuggets, Monday, May 6 (10 ET, TNT)
• Game 3: Nuggets vs. Wolves, Friday, May 10 (9:30 ET, ESPN)
• Game 4: Nuggets vs. Wolves, Sunday, May 12 (8 ET, TNT)
• Game 5: Wolves vs. Nuggets, TBD (TBD, TBD) *
• Game 6: Nuggets vs. Wolves, TBD (TBD, TBD) *
• Game 7: Wolves vs. Nuggets, TBD (TBD, TBD) *

Series tied 0-0

Below are the dates, times and networks airing each game of the first round of the NBA Playoffs. All times Eastern.
• 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: Cavaliers vs. Magic; Friday, May 3 (TBD, TBD)
• Game 7: Magic vs. Cavaliers; Sunday, May 5 (TBD, TBD)*
• 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: Clippers vs. Mavericks; Friday, May 3 (9:30 ET, ESPN)
• Game 7: Mavericks vs. Clippers, TBD (TBD, TBD)*

The conference semifinals will begin May 6-7, but can move up to May 4-5 if the prior round's series ends early.

The conference finals will begin May 21-22, but can move up to May 19-20 if the prior round's series ends early.

The 2024 NBA Finals will begin June 6, airing on ABC.