Pacers-Thunder game 1 free livestream: Where to watch NBA Finals tonight, TV, time

The No. 4 Indiana Pacers play against the No. 1 Oklahoma City Thunder in game 1 of the NBA Finals tonight. The matchup will begin at 7:30 p.m. CT on ABC. Fans can watch this game for free online by using the free trials offered by DirecTV and Fubo TV. Alternatively, Sling offers a first-month discount to new users.

The Pacers have played at a high level in the postseason, and they are coming off a six-game series win against the New York Knicks.

In order to win this evening, the Pacers will need great performances from their star players Pascal Siakam and Tyrese Haliburton. Both players average more than 18 points per game, which leads the Indiana offense.

Notably, Haliburton leads the team with nearly 10 assists per game.

The Thunder are coming off a five-game series win against Minnesota, so they will look to continue their great play tonight.

In order to win the series opener, the Oklahoma City squad will need to rely on their star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. He currently leads the team in points and assists.

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