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Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Miami Heat – Game 3 of the NBA Playoffs: Full Preview and How to Watch on TV
After securing two consecutive home victories at Rocket Arena, the Cleveland Cavaliers now hold a 2-0 lead over the Miami Heat in their first-round playoff series.
From Cleveland to Miami:
Having taken care of business at home, the Cavaliers are now just two wins away from reaching the Eastern Conference Semifinals in the 2025 NBA Playoffs. Their next challenge awaits on the road, where they will face the Miami Heat in Game 3.
Game 3 Details – How to Watch:
- Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Location: Kaseya Center, Miami, Florida
- TV Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network (Ohio) and TNT/Max
- Radio: WTAM/WMMS
- Betting Line: Cavaliers -6 / Heat +6
- Over/Under: 213 points
Cleveland Cavaliers 2025 NBA Playoff First Round Schedule:
- Game 1: Sunday, April 20 – 7:00 PM at Rocket Arena
- (Cavs win! Final score: 121-100)
- Game 2: Wednesday, April 23 – 7:30 PM at Rocket Arena
- (Cavs win! Final score: 121-112)
- Game 3: Saturday, April 26 – 1:00 PM at Kaseya Center (Miami)
- Game 4: Monday, April 28 – Time TBD at Kaseya Center (Miami)
- Game 5 (if necessary): Wednesday, April 30 – 7:00 PM at Rocket Arena
- Game 6 (if necessary): Friday, May 2 – Time TBD at Kaseya Center (Miami)
- Game 7 (if necessary): Sunday, May 4 – Time TBD at Rocket Arena
Cavs Watch Parties:
The Cleveland Cavaliers will host official watch parties for away games during the first and second rounds of the NBA Playoffs, including for Game 3:
- Location: Welcome to the Farm – 1054 Old River Road, Cleveland
- Party Starts: 12:00 PM
Game Preview:
The Cleveland Cavaliers are heading to Florida with a 2-0 advantage in their series against the Miami Heat, but as Game 2 showed, this series is far from over.
After cruising to a blowout win in the opener, the Cavaliers faced a much tougher battle in Game 2. They built a 19-point lead late in the third quarter, thanks to a record-breaking 11 three-pointers in the second quarter.
However, the Heat stormed back with a 25-8 run, trimming the Cavs' lead to just two points with under five minutes left. That’s when Donovan Mitchell stepped up, scoring 10 of his 17 fourth-quarter points in the closing minutes to seal a 121-112 victory for Cleveland.
As the series shifts to Miami, the Cavaliers are aiming to snap a troubling playoff trend: they have lost nine of their last ten postseason road games, with their only win coming in Boston during last year's second-round series. A Game 3 win would put the Cavaliers in full control and mark their first 3-0 series lead since 2018.
For the Miami Heat, the mission is clear: defend home court and claw back into the series, forcing a Game 5.
Despite trailing 2-0, the Heat have had standout performances, particularly from Tyler Herro, who poured in a game-high 33 points in Game 2 and hit several clutch shots to keep Miami competitive. Davion Mitchell also shined, shooting 7-of-9 from the field for 18 points and adding six assists.
How to Watch the NBA Without Cable
If you're looking to watch the game without a cable subscription, there are several streaming options available:
To watch the match via the official application of the competition:
Conclusion:
As the Cavaliers head into Game 3 with high momentum and the chance to virtually seal the series, the Heat will fight desperately to protect their home floor and keep their playoff hopes alive. Saturday’s matchup promises to be a true battle—either Cleveland extends their dominance, or Miami reignites the series. One thing’s for sure: fans are in for a thrilling showdown!