The reigning NBA Champion Boston Celtics are gearing up for another exciting season, and fans are eagerly awaiting their title defense. With a nearly identical roster from last year’s championship team, Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and the rest of the squad are ready to take on the league once again.
How to Watch Boston Celtics Games
Whether you’re a local fan or residing outside of Boston, there are numerous ways to catch the Celtics in action.
Local Broadcasts
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NBC Sports Boston will broadcast local games, with Drew Carter taking over as play-by-play announcer alongside color commentator Brian Scalabrine.
National Broadcasts
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As the reigning champions, the Celtics will feature prominently on national TV, with 34 games broadcast nationally.
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ESPN: 11 games
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TNT: 10 games
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NBA TV: 8 games
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ABC: 5 games
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NBA TV games will also be available on NBC Sports Boston for local fans.
Celtics National Television Broadcast Schedule
Here’s a list of some of the Celtics’ nationally televised games:
| Date | Time | Opponent | Channel |
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| Oct 22 | 7:30 PM ET | vs. New York | TNT |
| Oct 28 | 7:30 PM ET | vs. Milwaukee | NBA TV |
| Oct 30 | 7:00 PM ET | @ Indiana | ESPN |
| Nov 6 | 7:30 PM ET | vs. Golden State | ESPN |
| Nov 19 | 7:00 PM ET | vs. Cleveland | TNT |
| Dec 6 | 7:30 PM ET | vs. Milwaukee | ESPN |
| Dec 25 | 5:00 PM ET | vs. Philadelphia | ESPN + ABC |
How to Watch Without Cable
Several streaming options are available:
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FuboTV: NBC Sports Boston (local), ESPN, ABC, and NBA TV. Pricing starts at $79.99/month.
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Hulu + Live TV: NBC Sports Boston (local), ESPN, ABC, and TNT. Pricing starts at $76.99/month.
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YouTube TV: NBC Sports Boston (local), ESPN, TNT, ABC, and NBA TV. Pricing starts at $72.99/month.
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DirectTV Stream: NBC Sports Boston (local), ESPN, TNT, ABC, and NBA TV (on select plans). Pricing starts at $101.98/month.
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Sling TV: ESPN, ABC, and TNT. Pricing starts at $40/month.
Out-of-Market Streaming Options
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NBA League Pass: Watch Celtics games not televised nationally. Single-team pass: $13.99/month; Full NBA League Pass: $16.99/month.
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NBA TV: Individual subscription for $6.99/month or $59.99/year.
Boston Celtics Season Outlook and Roster Information
The Celtics are poised to contend for another championship with their talented roster, including:
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Jayson Tatum
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Jaylen Brown
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Jrue Holiday
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Derrick White
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Kristaps Porzingis
With a strong starting lineup and depth, Boston is looking to repeat as champions. Don’t miss out on the action – catch the Celtics on TV or streaming platforms throughout the 2024-25 season!