When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more
Ezra Shaw/Getty Images (left); David Zalubowski/AP Images (right)
The fourth game of the Lakers vs. Nuggets NBA Playoffs Round 1 match-up is here, and this game will determine whether the Lakers go home for the season. If you're hoping to learn where to watch Lakers vs. Nuggets without cable, then you're in luck. We've put together everything you need to know about tuning in for the epic match-up.
The Denver Nuggets have won the past three games against the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the Playoffs. The Nuggets had a great regular season this year, thanks in no small part to center Nikola Jokić, and rank second in the Western Conference. The Lakers, on the other hand, have struggled throughout the season and only made it into the Playoffs through the Play-In Tournament.
Since the first round is the best of seven games, tonight's game could end the Lakers' season if they don't win and send the Nuggets to the next round. If the Lakers do win, they'll also need to win the next two games in order to stand a chance of beating the Nuggets in a possible Game 7. If you want in on the action, keep reading to learn how to live stream, and make sure to bookmark our 2024 NBA Playoffs hub to catch every remaining game this season.
Lakers vs. Nuggets Game 4 will air on Saturday at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC in the US. For cord-cutters, this means checking out a live TV streaming alternative like Sling TV or Hulu + Live TV. For both options, you'll want to double-check to ensure that the ABC is, in fact, carried in your region.
Sling TV will be the cheaper of the two options for you today. You'll need to select the Sling Blue plan (for $40 a month) to be able to access local channels, and then you'll need to see if ABC is available in your region. You can check Sling's streaming local channels page for a breakdown of which local networks are available in which areas. ABC is carried in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and more. Sling currently comes with $10 off your first month, so this will only cost you $30 up front.
Hulu + Live TV will be the more expensive of the two options we've laid out for you today, but it includes more channels and streaming perks. The service comes with ESPN+, Disney+, and regular Hulu bundled in. Subscriptions start at $76.99 a month, but you can try it free for three days before you start getting charged.
If you're going to be traveling outside the US during the game but you still want to tune in, you can always try a VPN (virtual private network). VPNs are convenient ways to change your electronic device's location, which can help you access your usual websites and apps while away from home. Plus, they're strong ways to boost your online privacy. In tonight's case, this suggestion will be best for Americans who are simply traveling abroad and hoping to access their existing live TV subscriptions, since both TV options we've outlined require US forms of payment.
Interested in trying out a VPN? Our go-to is ExpressVPN, which comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. This option is easy to use, so it's a solid choice for VPN novices. If you're interested in learning more, you can check out our ExpressVPN review.
Note: The use of VPNs is illegal in certain countries, and using VPNs to access region-locked streaming content might constitute a breach of the terms of use for certain services. Insider does not endorse or condone the illegal use of VPNs.
