Basketball fans everywhere excitedly await the NBA Finals, as it brings together the best teams from both conferences for exciting games that will have sports fans on the edge of their seats.

It is the moment where legends and history are made, so you will not want to miss a second of the exciting action once the top teams make it after the conference finals.

If your emotions are heightened just thinking about it, you are likely eager to learn more about the 2024-25 NBA finals. If so, here is everything you need to know, including the dates for the finals and conference finals, favorites to win, and broadcasting details.

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What Date is the 2024-25 NBA Finals?

The 2024-25 NBA Finals are scheduled to start on June 5, 2025, and conclude on June 22, 2025.

Games 1 to possibly 7 will be broadcast on the following dates:

• June 5 (Game 1)
• June 8 (Game 2)
• June 11 (Game 3)
• June 13 (Game 4)
• June 16 (Game 5) – if necessary
• June 19 (Game 6) – if necessary
• June 22 (Game 7) – if necessary

When Are the Conference Finals?

Before the NBA finals can begin, the top two teams from the playoffs will face each other in the conference finals to determine the champions from each conference. The winning teams will face each other in the NBA finals this June.

The conference finals are set for the following dates:

• May 20: Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals
• May 21: Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals
• May 22: Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals
• May 23: Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals
• May 24: Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals
• May 25: Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals
• May 26: Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals
• May 27: Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals
• May 28: Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals – if necessary
• May 29: Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals – if necessary
• May 30: Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals – if necessary
• May 31: Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals – if necessary
• June 1: Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals – if necessary
• June 2: Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals – if necessary

The Western Conference Finals will air on ESPN, and you can watch the Eastern Conference Finals on TNT.

The only exception is game three of the Western Conference Finals, as it will be shown on ABC. Be sure to make a note of it to avoid confusion.

What Team is Most Likely to Win?

The Oklahoma City Thunder is the current favorite to win the 2024-25 NBA Finals. However, there are many games left to be played in the conference and the NBA finals to secure their place as champions.

Rivaling Thunder for the championship are the Boston Celtics, Cleveland Cavaliers, and the LA Lakers. However, anything can happen in basketball, meaning it isn’t impossible for the LA Clippers, New York Knicks, or Minnesota Timberwolves to come out on top.

Where Can I Watch the 2024-25 NBA Finals?

ABC is the exclusive broadcaster of the NBA Finals and will show every basketball game throughout June. You will not want to miss a single game!

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