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What channel is Pistons vs. Cavs on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch Game 1 of NBA Playoffs series originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
After each survived a Game 7 in the first round, the Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers now meet with an opportunity to break through to the Eastern Conference Finals.
The Pistons, fresh off becoming the 15th team all-time and second this year to overcome a 3-1 playoff deficit, will continue relying on Cade Cunningham's stardom as they make their first second-round appearance since 2008.
Cleveland, meanwhile, will be hoping for a strong showing from its star-studded backcourt of James Harden and Donovan Mitchell, looking for its first ECF appearance since the LeBron James days.
Here's what you need to know about Tuesday's matchup between the Pistons and Cavaliers, including broadcast information and start time.
What channel is Pistons vs. Cavalier on today?
- TV channel: NBC
- Live stream: Peacock
Detroit vs. Cleveland Game 1 will be broadcast by NBC and will stream live on Peacock.
Peacock features live coverage of NFL Sunday Night Football, the NBA, the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Premier League soccer, Big Ten football and basketball, Notre Dame football, Big East and Big 12 basketball, PGA Tour golf, the Tour de France, and more.
Pistons vs. Cavaliers start time
- Date: Tuesday, May 5
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs series between the Pistons and Cavaliers is set to tip off at 7 p.m ET from Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan.
Pistons vs. Cavaliers series schedule
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | Watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 5 | Game 1 at Detroit | 7 p.m. | NBCSN, Peacock |
| May 7 | Game 2 at Detroit | 7 p.m. | Prime Video |
| May 9 | Game 3 at Cleveland | 3 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| May 11 | Game 4 at Cleveland | 8 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| May 13 | Game 5* at Detroit | TBA | TBA |
| May 15 | Game 6* at Cleveland | TBA | TBA |
| May 17 | Game 7* at Detroit | TBA | TBA |
* If necessary
NBA Playoffs bracket 2026
Click here for the updated 2026 NBA Playoffs bracket from The Sporting News.
NBA Playoffs schedule, key dates for 2026
Here are the key dates to know for the NBA Playoffs and offseason.
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Play-In Tournament | April 14-17 |
| First round begins | April 18 |
| Conference semifinals begin | May 4* |
| NBA Draft Lottery | May 10 |
| Eastern Conference finals begin | May 19* |
| Western Conference finals begin | May 20* |
| NBA Finals begin | June 3 |
| NBA Finals Game 7 (if necessary) | June 19 |
| NBA Draft | June 23-24 |
* Can move up depending on earlier series
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