BOSTON – The injury-plagued Cleveland Cavaliers visit the Boston Celtics for a measuring stick matchup today – Wednesday, Oct. 29 – at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. This NBA game is available on multiple streaming services for free.
How do I watch Cavs vs. Celtics for free?
This NBA game will broadcast live on ESPN, FanDuel Sports Network Ohio and NBC Sports Boston at 7 p.m. Eastern. Fans who have parted ways with their local cable provider can catch this game for free by utilizing a free trial from DIRECTV, which also offers $40 off your first month.
FuboTV has a free trial and up to $30 off your first month.
The most flexible option isSling TV, which now offers new users a Day Pass for $4.99, Weekend Pass for $9.99, Week Pass for $14.99, Monthly for $45.99 and Season Pass for $199.99 for five months and $45.99 per month thereafter.
This game is also available on the ESPN app streaming service, which now offers an Unlimited Plan for $29.99 per month (or $299.99 for entire year) and the Select Plan for $12.99 per month (or $129.99 for entire year). The ESPN app replicates its previous coverage of select games and broadcasts on ESPN Plus.
Streaming service Monthly Price Free trial Length Discount
DIRECTV $74.99 Yes 5-day $40 off first month
FuboTV $64.99 Yes 5-day $30 off first month
Sling TV $4.99-$199.99 No N/A Half off first month
ESPN Streaming $12.99 No N/A No
The Cavs (3-1) are coming off a convincing 116-95 road victory over the Detroit Pistons on Oct. 27. Cleveland led by 22 points at halftime, channeling shades of last year’s regular season juggernaut.
Franchise centerpiece Donovan Mitchell tallied 35 points, while finishing an efficient 13-of-18 from the field. Center Jarrett Allen poured in 20 points and seven rebounds.
Reigning Defensive Player of the Year Evan Mobley had 15 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists, while also adding three blocks.
The Cavs, who conjured up the best offense in the league last year, have won three games in a row, reaching the 116-point threshold in all three victories.
Darius Garland and Max Strus continue to rehab injuries while sharpshooter Sam Merrill is dealing with a right hip contusion and will miss today’s game.
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After dropping their first three games, the Celtics (1-3) took out their frustrations on the New Orleans Pelicans, downing the Western Conference foe, 122-90.
Anfernee Simons led the way with a team-high 25 points and six rebounds off the bench, including six 3-pointers. Payton Pritchard chipped in 18 points and eight assists.
Star guard Jaylen Brown remains the top option. He has scored 23 or more points in three of the four games this season.
Boston lost its first three games by a combined 17 points, including a one-point loss to the Philadelphia 76ers to open up the season.
The Celtics were forced to ship off some key pieces as they wait for Jayson Tatum’s triumphant return during what appears to be a gap year for the historic franchise. Among those who are no longer with the team from their championship squad two years ago are Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porzingis and Al Horford.
The new-look Celtics are still trying to find their identity, allowing 107.8 points per game.
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Cavs vs. Celtics NBA injury report
Cleveland Cavaliers: Darius Garland (left great toe surgery) and Max Strus (left foot surgery), Sam Merrill (right hip contusion) and Nae’Qwan Tomlin (G-League two-way) are all out.
Boston Celtics: Jaylen Brown (left hamstring strain injury management) is probable.
Ron Harper Jr. (G-League two-way), Max Shulga (G-League two-way), Amari Williams (G-League two way) and Jayson Tatum (right Achilles repair) are all out.
Who is announcing Cavs vs. Celtics?
Dave Pasch (play-by-play) Doris Burke (analyst) and Katie George will be the announcers while Lisa Salters reports from the sideline.
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What are the latest odds for Cavs vs. Celtics?
Spread: CLE: (-4.5), BOS: (+4.5)
Moneyline: CLE: (-175), BOS: (+161)
Point total: 232.5
Odds from DraftKings
Here’s more information on how to watch Cavs vs. Celtics on TV and streaming services.
What: Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Boston Celtics
When: Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025
Time: 7 p.m. Eastern
Where: TD Garden | Boston, Mass.
Channel: ESPN, FanDuel Sports Network Ohio, NBC Sports Boston
Best streaming options:FuboTV (free trial and $30 off your first month), DIRECTV (free trial and $40 off your first month), Sling TV (half off first month and daily, weekend, weekly, monthly and season pass) and ESPN Streaming
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