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The Thunder face the Suns in Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs today. Viewers can check local listings for the specific channel and live stream options.
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After a season of raising banners in Oklahoma City, the Thunder are back to their winning ways, standing atop the Western Conference for the third time in a row.
Standing in their way is the Phoenix Suns, who made it through the Play-In Tournament, earning the No. 8 seed. Phoenix, led by Devin Booker and Jalen Green, will be looking to pull off a major upset after being one of the league's better 3-point shooting teams in 2025-26.
The Thunder appear to be the heavy favorites on the back of a flurry of strong seasons. Most notably is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who appears to be the clear favorite to win his second MVP award. Fellow All-Star Chet Holmgren and SG Jalen Williams are expected to be back for the playoffs as well.
The Suns fell to the Trail Blazers in the Play-In Tournament, but thanks to their following win over the Warriors, they will continue on in the postseason.
Here's what you need to know about Sunday's matchup between the and the Phoenix Suns, including broadcast information and start time.
The start time for Game 1 of the Thunder vs. Suns is available through local TV listings.
The game will be broadcast on various channels; check your local listings for the specific channel.
Live streaming options for the game can be found on platforms that carry NBA broadcasts; refer to your service provider.
The Thunder are the top seed in the Western Conference, while the Suns earned the No. 8 seed after the Play-In Tournament.
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Thunder vs. Suns Game 1 will be broadcast by ABC and will stream live on the ESPN app.
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Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs series between the Thunder and Suns is set to tip off at 3:30 p.m. ET from the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | Watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 19 | Game 1 at Oklahoma City | 3:30 p.m. | ABC, ESPN app, |
| April 22 | Game 2 at Oklahoma City | 9:30 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN app, |
| April 25 | Game 3 at Phoenix | 3:30 p.m. | Peacock/NBC |
| April 27 | Game 4 at Phoenix | TBA | TBA |
| April 29 | Game 5* at Oklahoma City | TBA | TBA |
| May 1 | Game 6* at Phoenix | TBA | TBA |
| May 3 | Game 7* at Oklahoma City | TBA | TBA |
*if necessary
Click here for the updated 2026 NBA Playoffs bracket from The Sporting News.
Here are the key dates to know for the NBA Playoffs and offseason.
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Play-In Tournament | April 14-17 |
| First round begins | April 18 |
| Conference semifinals begin | May 4* |
| NBA Draft Lottery | May 10 |
| Eastern Conference finals begin | May 19* |
| Western Conference finals begin | May 20* |
| NBA Finals begin | June 3 |
| NBA Finals Game 7 (if necessary) | June 19 |
* Can move up depending on earlier series