Boston Celtics vs Brooklyn Nets Live Stream: How to Watch NBA Basketball

The Celtics and Nets square off at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Friday night.

With the visitors climbing into second place in the Eastern Conference over the last week, the Boston Celtics visit the slumping Brooklyn Nets at the Barclays Center on Friday night. 

Boston has remained at the top of the Eastern Conference despite playing the season without superstar Jayson Tatum, who remains out due to an Achilles injury. The Celtics are currently in second place in the East with a 27-16 record and a 14-9 road record this season. Brooklyn, on the other hand, has dropped its last three games and eight of its last 10 contests to fall to 12-30 overall with a 6-16 record at home. These two teams have split the first two games of the season series, including a Nets upset in Boston in a 113-105 win on Nov. 21. 

How to Watch Celtics vs Nets Today

Game Date: Jan. 23, 2026

Game Time: 7:30 p.m. ET

TV: YES Network

Location: Barclays Center

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Most recently, the Celtics got back in the win column with a dominant 119-104 victory over the Pacers in Boston on Wednesday night. Celtics star Jaylen Brown led the way with 30 points and 10 rebounds, while Payton Pritchard dished out eight assists. As for Brooklyn, the Nets were routed by the Knicks in a 120-66 loss to New York at the Barclays on Wednesday night. 

The Celtics and Nets square off at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Friday night. 

What Time Is The NBA Basketball Game Between Celtics vs Nets?

The Celtics vs Nets will take place on Friday January 23, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. ET. Tune in and catch some great NBA action.

What Channel Is the Celtics vs Nets Game On?

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