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The 2024 NBA playoffs are right around the corner, and the Boston Celtics have been having a very promising season so far. With 46 wins under their belt, they currently rank #1 in the Eastern Conference. The Celtics go up against the Dallas Mavericks tonight, and we're going to show you all the ways you can tune in live, including how to watch a Celtics vs. Mavericks live stream from anywhere.
The game will notably bring Mavs point guard Kyrie Irving back to TD Garden, his former home court from the time he spent with the Celtics, so the match-up is not to be missed. Below, we'll run through the TV packages you can use to watch the game live and suggest a VPN for free streaming.
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How to watch Celtics vs. Mavericks in the USA
Tip-off is at 7:30 p.m. ET tonight. The game will be available to watch live on ESPN and some local sports channels. For cord-cutters, this means that you'll want to try a live TV package. Or check out the free UK option further down this page.
Sling TV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV all offer options to stream the game through ESPN. For Sling TV, you'll want to choose the Orange package (or the more expensive combo offer). Subscriptions start at $40 and currently offer half-off your first month (making it only $20). Fubo rates start at $79.99 per month and give you $20 off your first month (making it $59.99). Fubo also comes with a free one-week trial. Hulu + Live TV monthly subscriptions start at $76.99.
How to watch Celtics vs. Mavericks in the UK
UK fans of the NBA can tune in late tonight (or, rather, early in the morning). The game is available to live stream on BBC One at 12:30 a.m. GMT. You can also access this free live stream by signing up for a BBC iPlayer account with a local postcode.
How to watch Celtics vs. Mavericks free from anywhere
If you won't be in the UK when the game happens, you can try a VPN (virtual private network). VPNs change your device's location to access websites and apps that might otherwise be geo-restricted so that NBA fans can watch from anywhere. VPNs are also vital tools to boost your online privacy.
Not sure where to start when it comes to VPNs? We recommend ExpressVPN, a solid and straightforward VPN that comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Take a look at our ExpressVPN review and keep reading to learn how to use a VPN.
How to watch Celtics vs. Mavericks 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 game.
- Turn it on and set it to a UK location.
- Go to BBC iPlayer.
- Sign up for an account with a local postcode.
- Enjoy the game.
Want to know more about catching regular NBA action as we step closer to the playoffs? We've covered the vast range of streaming options and live TV bundles required to cover every game for the remainder of the season in our NBA live stream guide.
Note: The use of VPNs is illegal in certain countries, and using VPNs to access region-locked streaming content might constitute a breach of the terms of use for certain services. Insider does not endorse or condone the illegal use of VPNs.