The NBA playoffs continue tonight, as the Boston Celtics play against the Dallas Mavericks in game 2 of the NBA Finals. This game will be broadcasted at 7 p.m. CT on ABC and ESPN Deportes. Fans can watch this game for free online by using the free trials offered by DirecTV Stream and Fubo TV. If both of those streaming methods have already been used, then Sling offers a first month discount to new users.

The Mavericks face a 1-0 series deficit, as they lost the series opener 107-89 to Boston. So, Dallas is looking to bounce back with a road win tonight during game 2.

Dallas star guard Kyrie Irving only scored 12 points and shot 6-19 from the field during Thursday’s loss. This led to the Mavericks only scoring 89 points, which is the fewest points the team has scored in the 2024 postseason. In order for Dallas to be competitive in tonight’s game 2, Irving will have to perform much better offensively.

Mavericks star Luka Doncic had another stellar playoff performance, as he ended the night with 30 points and 10 rebounds, but he did not receive much help from his teammates in the loss. He also shot 12-26 from the field, which is nearly a 50% field goal percentage. With Doncic playing at such a high level, the Mavericks will likely be much more competitive during game 2 of the NBA Finals tonight.

Unlike Dallas, the Celtics had great performances from numerous players on their roster, as six Boston players ended the night with double digit points. Jaylen Brown led the team with 22 points and shot 7-12 from the field, as he executed the offense well in the series opener. He was joined by Kristaps Porzingis, who scored 20 points in just 21 minutes during game 1. This was his first game of NBA action since late April, as he got injured during the team’s first round series against the Miami Heat.

With Porzingis in the lineup, Boston is clearly an even greater team offensively. So, the Celtics are looking to take a commanding 2-0 series lead with a win tonight.

Fans can watch game 2 of the NBA Finals for free online by using the free trials offered by DirecTV Stream and Fubo TV. Alternatively, the NBA playoffs can be accessed through Sling.