The No. 3 New York Knicks play against the No. 6 Detroit Pistons in game 1 of their NBA playoff series today. The matchup will begin at 5 p.m. CT on ESPN. Fans can watch this game for free online by using the free trials offered by DirecTV stream and Fubo TV. Alternatively, Sling offers a first-month discount to new users.

The Knicks have struggled recently, as they have lost three of their last four games. In order to bounce back today, the Knicks will need to rely on their star players Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. Both players currently average more than 24 points per game.

The Pistons are looking to win their first playoff game since 2008, as they have been swept in their last three playoff appearances.

In order to win game 1 today, the Detroit squad will need a great performance from their star guard Cade Cunningham. He leads the team in assists and averages more than 26 points per game, so he will try to continue his offensive success today.

Fans can watch game 1 of this NBA playoff series for free online by using the free trials offered by DirecTV stream and Fubo TV. Alternatively, Sling offers a first-month discount to new users.