What channel is Thunder vs. Suns on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch Game 1 of NBA Playoffs series
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.
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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.
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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 Oklahoma City Thunder and the Phoenix Suns, including broadcast information and start time.
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What channel is Thunder vs. Suns on today?
- TV channel: ABC
- Live stream: ESPN app
Thunder vs. Suns Game 1 will be broadcast by ABC and will stream live on the ESPN app.
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Thunder vs. Suns start time
- Date: Sunday, April 19
- Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
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.
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Thunder vs. Suns series schedule
| 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
NBA Playoffs bracket 2026
Click here for the updated 2026 NBA Playoffs bracket from The Sporting News.
NBA Playoffs schedule, key dates for 2026
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
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