Pistons vs Cavaliers Game 5: How to Watch NBA Playoff Livestream Tonight

The NBA Conference Finals are just around the corner, wrapping up the Semifinals this week. Four teams are still in the running to secure a spot in the Conference Finals. Tonight, the Detroit Pistons are hosting the Cleveland Cavaliers for Game 5 in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. With a tied record of 2-2, both teams are eager to break the tie in their favor. Regardless of the outcome tonight, we’ll be seeing these two teams face off again for Game 6 on Friday.

Keeping up with where to watch each NBA Playoff game can be quite a task. Here’s a guide on how to catch tonight’s games and a full schedule of upcoming games, so you won’t miss a moment of live action.

What Time Is the Pistons vs. Cavaliers Game?
You can catch the Pistons vs. the Cavaliers tonight at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. We can expect at least one more game between these teams, possibly two, before we know who will move on to the Eastern Conference Finals to challenge the New York Knicks.

How to Watch the Pistons vs. Cavaliers Game 5
Tonight’s Pistons vs. Cavaliers game will be broadcast on ESPN and ESPN Select. If you don’t already have Peacock, you can subscribe for $10.99 per month. While there are no free trials available currently, you can save money by bundling services.

For the 2026 NBA Playoffs, the schedule for the Semifinals and where to watch each game is as follows:
– Detroit Pistons vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
Game 5: Wednesday, May 13 (8 ET, ESPN)
Game 6: Friday, May 15 (8 PM, Prime Video)
Game 7: Sunday, May 17*

– San Antonio Spurs vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
Game 6: San Antonio at Minnesota | Friday, May 15 (9:30 ET, Prime Video)
Game 7: Minnesota at San Antonio | Sunday, May 17**

*If needed

The NBA has made some important changes in broadcasting playoff games this year. The playoffs will be split between ESPN/ABC, NBC/Peacock, and Amazon, with each platform broadcasting specific games. Plan ahead and tune in to watch your favorite team battle their way to the NBA Finals!