NBA on Prime kicks off with Celtics vs. Knicks — Here’s how to watch for free

A new era for the NBA begins tonight with the first-ever NBA on Prime broadcast. The inaugural matchup will feature the Boston Celtics and the New York Knicks in a rematch of last season’s Eastern Conference semifinals.

In a new 11-year deal with the NBA, Prime Video will exclusively broadcast 66 regular season NBA games this year, beginning with Celtics vs. Knicks, in addition to the quarterfinals, semifinals, and championship of the NBA Cup and the NBA Play-In tournament.

Tonight’s game marks the second game of the season for both teams. The Knicks won their season-opener, 119-111, against the Cleveland Cavaliers, while the Celtics lost to the Philadelphia 76ers in an incredibly close 117-116 game.

All this streaming stuff can be confusing; here’s what you need to know to make sure you won’t miss tonight’s Knicks game.

Celtics vs. Knicks start time:

Celtics vs. Knicks tips off at 7:30 p.m. ET tonight (Oct. 24), but pregame coverage on Prime Video will begin at 7 p.m.

What channel is tonight’s Knicks game on?

Tonight’s Celtics vs. Knicks game will not air on traditional cable as it is exclusive to the Prime Video streaming service.

How to watch Celtics vs. Knicks for free:

NBA on Prime, including Celtics vs. Knicks, is streaming exclusively on Prime Video, so you’ll need an Amazon Prime subscription to watch the game.

If you aren’t a Prime Video subscriber yet, you can get started with a 30-day Amazon Prime free trial, including Prime perks like the Prime Video streaming service, free two-day shipping, exclusive deals, and more. After the free trial, Amazon Prime costs $14.99/month or $139/year.

All 18- to 24-year-olds, regardless of student status, are eligible for a discounted Prime for Young Adults membership as well, with age verification. After a six-month free trial, you’ll pay 50% off the standard Prime monthly price of $14.99/month — just $7.49/month — for up to six years and get all the perks.

NBA on Prime key dates:

• Oct. 24: NBA on Prime tips off for the first time
• Nov. 28: NBA Cup Night / Black Friday Games
• Dec. 9-15: NBA Cup Knockout Rounds
• Dec. 16: NBA Cup Championship
• Jan. 15: NBA Berlin Game (Grizzlies vs. Magic)
• Jan. 18: NBA London Game (Grizzlies vs. Magic)
• April 14-17: NBA Play-In Tournament

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This article was written by Angela Tricarico, Commerce Streaming Reporter for Post Wanted Shopping, Page Six, and New York Post’s streaming property, Decider. Angela keeps readers up to date with cord-cutter-friendly deals, and information on how to watch your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and movies on every streaming service. Not only does Angela test and compare the streaming services she writes about to ensure readers are getting the best prices, but she’s also a superfan specializing in the intersection of shopping, tech, sports, and pop culture. Prior to joining Decider and The New York Post in 2023, she wrote about streaming and consumer tech at Insider Reviews