The NBA Finals have arrived!
After a grueling seven-game series in the Eastern Conference Finals, the Miami Heat continue their travels to Denver to square off against a well-rested Nuggets squad, who have had their feet up for nine days after sweeping the Los Angeles Lakers.
While Denver enters Game 1 as heavy favorites, Miami has won each Game 1 through the 2023 postseason — all on the road.
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Can Jimmy Butler lead the Heat to another surprise Game 1 win as they look to become the first No. 8 seed to lift the Larry O'Brien Trophy, or will Nikola Jokic and co. continue their dominance at home, where they've gone 42-7 this season?
Here is everything you need to know about Game 1 of the Finals Nuggets vs. Heat, including TV and streaming options for the game.
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What channel is Nuggets vs. Heat on?
- Date: Thursday, June 1
- TV channel: ABC
- Live streaming: Sling TV
Nuggets vs. Heat will air nationally on ABC. Viewers can also stream the game on Sling TV.
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What time is Nuggets vs. Heat tonight?
- Date: Thursday, June 1
- Time: 8:30 p.m. ET | 5:30 p.m. PT
Nuggets vs. Heat will tip off around 8:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, June 1. The game will be played at the Ball Arena in Denver.
Nuggets vs. Heat odds
Denver is an 8.5-point favorite heading into Game 1.
| Game Lines | Nuggets | Heat |
| Spread | -8.5 | +8.5 |
| Moneyline | -375 | +290 |
For the full market, check out BetMGM.
Nuggets vs. Heat schedule
Here is the complete schedule for the 2023 NBA Finals:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV channel |
| June 1 | Game 1 | 8:30 p.m. | ABC |
| June 4 | Game 2 | 8 p.m. | ABC |
| June 7 | Game 3 | 8:30 p.m. | ABC |
| June 9 | Game 4 | 8:30 p.m. | ABC |
| June 12 | Game 5* | 8:30 p.m. | ABC |
| June 15 | Game 6* | 8:30 p.m. | ABC |
| June 18 | Game 7* | 8:30 p.m. | ABC |
*If necessary