How To Watch Celtics vs. Knicks Today: Channel, Live Stream & Start Time For NBA Game
Two of the hottest teams in the Eastern Conference will collide when the Celtics host the Knicks on Sunday afternoon.
Boston overcame a 22-point deficit against Miami on Friday, pushing its winning streak to five games. Jaylen Brown led the team with 29 points, and Nikola Vucevic finished with an 11-point, 12-rebound double-double in his Celtics debut.
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The Knicks have won eight of their last nine games and currently sit right behind the Celtics in the East standings. Which contender will gain the upper hand in this highly anticipated matchup?
Here is everything you need to know about Celtics vs. Knicks, including TV and streaming options for Sunday’s game.
How To Watch Celtics vs. Knicks Today: TV Channel, Live Stream
- TV channel: ABC
- Live stream: ESPN app
Celtics vs. Knicks will air nationally on ABC. The game will also be available to stream on the ESPN app.
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For those looking to follow the game on the radio, the local broadcast will air on 98.5 The Sports Hub.
What Time Does The Celtics vs. Knicks Game Start?
- Date: Sunday, Feb. 8
- Time: 12:30 p.m. ET
Celtics vs. Knicks is scheduled to start at 12:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, Feb. 8. The game will be played at the TD Garden in Boston.
Boston Celtics Schedule 2025-26
Here is the upcoming schedule for the Celtics:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) |
| Feb. 8 | vs. Knicks | 12:30 p.m. |
| Feb. 11 | vs. Bulls | 7:30 p.m. |
| Feb. 19 | at Warriors | 10 p.m. |
| Feb. 22 | at Lakers | 6:30 p.m. |
| Feb. 24 | at Suns | 9 p.m. |
New York Knicks Schedule 2025-26
Here is the upcoming schedule for the Knicks:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) |
| Feb. 8 | at Celtics | 12:30 p.m. |
| Feb. 10 | vs. Pacers | 7:30 p.m. |
| Feb. 11 | at 76ers | 7:30 p.m. |
| Feb. 19 | vs. Pistons | 7:30 p.m. |
| Feb. 21 | vs. Rockets | 8:30 p.m. |