Latest News About NBA Finals 2026

Updated 2026-06-18 03:51

The NBA Finals this year begin on June 3 with Game 1 tips off 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC network. A potential Game 7 would be played for June 19. It follows a best-of-seven format; it ends as soon as a team reaches four wins. Game 2 is June 5, Game 3 is on June 8, Game 4 on June 10. Game 5 (if needed) takes place June 13, Game 6 (if needed) on June 16, Game 7 (if needed) on June 19. Every game airing at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC. Schedules confirm the dates, times, and potential finale.

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