Game 2 of tonight’s NBA Play-In doubleheader features a duel between the 9 and 10 seeds in a win-or-go-home Eastern Conference matchup. Trae Young and the No. 10 Atlanta Hawks travel to the Windy City to take on DeMar DeRozan and the No. 9 Chicago Bulls on ESPN.
The winner of tonight’s game gets one more shot to make the postseason in a game with the loser of the 7-8 seed contest between the Heat and Sixers. Whoever ends up with the 8-seed will take on the Eastern Conference-best Boston Celtics in the first round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs.
Find out how to watch the 2024 NBA Play-In, below.
When to Watch
Wednesday, April 17 – Atlanta Hawks at Chicago Bulls (2024 NBA Play in)
- Time: 9:30 PM ET
- Channel: ESPN
- Stream: DIRECTV STREAM, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV
How to Watch 2024 NBA Play in Games Live Without Cable TV
Streaming the NBA Play-In on ESPN and TNT is easier than ever, you can watch the network live on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, and other compatible devices with a subscription to DIRECTV STREAM, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV.
Games that air on TNT will also be available to watch live on Max.
You can find out more about each streaming service, below.
Watch the NBA Play-In Live on DIRECTV STREAM
For only $79.99 per month, the Entertainment plan from DIRECTV STREAM, you can watch all of the 2024 NBA Play-In games live on ESPN and TNT and over 75 channels. There are no contracts, no hidden fees, and a subscription includes unlimited cloud DVR storage.
New subscribers can take advantage of a 5-day free trial before subscribing.
Watch NBA Play-In Games Live on Sling TV
Subscribe to Sling Orange to stream the NBA Play-INn on ESPN and TNT in a lineup of over 30 channels for only $40 per month. Record the games and your favorite shows and movies with 50 hours of DVR storage.
New subscribers can get half off of their first month for a limited time.
Watch NBA Play-In Games Live On Fubo
Known as a sports-oriented streaming service, you can find all of the ESPN family of networks on Fubo. The Pro plan starts at $79.99 per month and includes each Play-In game airing on ESPN in a lineup of over 190 channels and 100+ live sporting events.
Each Fubo plan includes on-demand shows and movies, the ability to record up to 1000 hours with cloud DVR, and you can stream on 10 screens simultaneously.
New subscribers can try Fubo for free.
Watch the 2024 NBA Play-In Tournament on Max
TNT Sports that air on TNT are available to watch on the Max app with the B/R Sports add-on. As an add-on, a base plan is required to watch live sports on Max via B/R Sports. The B/R Sports add-on is an additional fee on top of your base Max subscription (which starts at $9.99 per month).
Watch the NBA Play-In Games Live on Hulu + Live TV
TNT and ESPN are part of a channel lineup of over 95 channels. For only $76.99 per month, the service offers unlimited access to the Hulu library, Disney+, and live sports on ESPN+ for no additional charge. Record your favorite shows, movies, and much more for up to 9 months with unlimited DVR storage.
Watch the NBA Play-In Live on YouTube TV
Stream over 100 channels, including ESPN and TNT with YouTube TV for only $72.99 per month. The service includes unlimited DVR which will allow you to rewatch your library of content and the ability to share 6 accounts per household.
2024 NBA Play-In Schedule: Games, Times & Where to Watch
Tuesday, April 16
- Lakers 110 at Pelicans 106 – 7:30 PM ET | TNT/Max | Lakers clinch 7-seed.
- Warriors 94 at Kings 118 – 10:00 PM ET | TNT/Max | Warriors are eliminated.
Wednesday, April 17
- Heat 104 at 76ers 105 – 7:00 PM ET | ESPN | 76ers clinched 7-seed
- Hawks 116 at Bulls 131 – 9:30 PM ET | ESPN | Hawks are eliminated
Friday, April 19
- Heat at Bulls – 7:00 PM ET | ESPN
- Kings at Pelicans – 9:30 PM ET | TNT