Game 6 of the 2021 NBA Finals is finally here. If the Milwaukee Bucks win tonight’s game in Milwaukee then they will win their first NBA title since 1971. The Suns must win their first road game this series if they want to push the Finals to 7 games and keep their season alive.
The Bucks looked great coming off of game 5, they were up by as much as 16 points, however, they did let Phoenix mount a comeback. They managed to seal the game with a big steal by PG Jrue Holiday that was followed by an alley-oop to Giannis Antetokounmpo. If the Bucks continue to get the same defensive and offensive production from Holiday, Antetokounmpo, and G/F Khris Middleton then the Bucks will win the series at home tonight.
After winning the first 2 games of the Finals, the Suns have come up short in the previous 3. Guard Devin Booker has put up 40 points in back-to-back games and the Suns have not been able to capitalize off of his production. To make matters worse, PG Chris Paul has not been playing up to his Hall of Fame-caliber in the Suns 3-straight losses. If Phoenix wants to walk out of Milwaukee with a victory tonight then they must play better as a team offensively.
Fans will be in attendance at all of the games; however, cord cutters can find out how to watch the 2021 NBA Finals below.
The 2021 NBA Finals– Start Times and Channel
The 2021 NBA Finals between the Milwaukee Bucks and Phoenix Suns started Tuesday, July 6 with the Suns having home court advantage throughout the series. ABC will be the exclusive home of this year’s Finals. The series could end in 4 games, so games 5-7 are scheduled if necessary.
- Game 1: Bucks at Suns on Tuesday, July 6 at 9 p.m. ET | Phoenix Suns Arena
- Game 2: Bucks at Suns on Thursday, July 8 at 9 p.m. ET | Phoenix Suns Arena
- Game 3: Suns at Bucks on Sunday, July 11 at 8 p.m. ET | Fiserv Forum
- Game 4: Suns at Bucks on Wednesday, July 14 at 9 p.m. ET | Fiserv Forum
- Game 5*: Bucks at Suns on Saturday, July 17, 9 p.m. ET | Phoenix Suns Arena
- Game 6*: Suns at Bucks on Tuesday, July 20, 9 p.m. ET | Fiserv Forum
- Game 7*: Bucks at Suns on Thursday, July 22, 9 p.m. ET | Phoenix Suns Arena
*if necessary
How do I watch the 2021 NBA Finals?
AntennaWeb is a great tool you can use to see what ABC channel is available in your area with an antenna.
Locast: Viewers in over 30 markets served by Locast will also be able to watch on their local ABC for free with the service
Cord cutters can watch the 2021 NBA Finals by subscribing to any streaming service that carries ABC. Choosing from any of these subscription services below has its benefits because there are no hidden fees, you can cancel anytime with most offering a free trial for new subscribers.
YouTube TV: For $65/month, YouTube TV is a great service for watching the NBA Finals on ABC and over 80 other channels. With unlimited Cloud DVR storage, it’s the perfect place to record the moments, highlights, games, sports analyst predictions, and can return to it after the end of the series.
AT&T TV: Subscribers to the AT&TV can watch the NBA Finals on ABC, and over 60 other channels for $69.99/month with their Entertainment package. 20 hours of DVR is included so you won’t miss a moment on the hardwood, and you can record your other favorite shows.
Hulu + Live TV: For $65/month, Hulu + Live TV gives you access to ABC’s coverage of the 2021 NBA Finals. Plus, subscribers get over 65 channels, and access to Hulu’s large library of content including exclusive shows and movies. With 50 hours of Cloud DVR included you’ll be able to record all the shots and historic moments in this year’s Finals.
fuboTV: Perhaps the best sports-orientated streaming service because subscribers can watch ABC, over 130 events in 4K, and 100+ channels, starting at $64.99/month. 250 hours of Cloud DVR means there is plenty of room to save your favorite events.
Vidgo: ABC is part of the 95 channel lineup available on Vidgo. Catch all of the moments to the path of the Larry O’Brien Trophy for only $55/month.
Predictions
The sun will set on Phoenix’s chances of winning their first title if they lose tonight. Phoenix’s offense has been overwhelmed by Milwaukee’s defense. Ever since the Bucks switched PG Jrue Holiday on Chris Paul, Paul has been a nonfactor for Phoenix and is looking like Cliff Paul from State Farm over the last few games. If the Suns can’t score 120 or more points tonight then they will lose again and Milwaukee will walk away with their second NBA title in franchise history.