ESPN has adjusted its NBA schedule for April 2, adding a doubleheader featuring top teams from both the Eastern and Western Conferences. The changes give fans a chance to see some of the league’s biggest stars.
Here’s the Lowdown: On April 2, ESPN will now broadcast a game between the Cleveland Cavaliers (currently leading the Eastern Conference) and the New York Knicks at 7 p.m. ET. This game replaces the previously scheduled Miami Heat vs. Boston Celtics matchup. Following that, at 9:30 p.m. ET, ESPN will show the Detroit Pistons against the Oklahoma City Thunder (leaders of the Western Conference), replacing the New Orleans Pelicans vs. LA Clippers game.
What This Means Now: Basketball fans get two exciting matchups featuring leading teams and star players like Donovan Mitchell (Cavaliers), Jalen Brunson (Knicks), Cade Cunningham (Pistons), and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder). The Thunder-Pistons game will have local blackout restrictions in the Oklahoma City market.
The Bigger Picture: ESPN continues to adjust its NBA schedule to present major games to a national audience. The addition of these two games, featuring conference leaders, gives viewers a preview of potential playoff matchups. NBA Countdown will precede the doubleheader at 6:30 p.m. ET. All games are also available to stream on the ESPN App.
