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Where to Watch Sports on TV: Thursday April 16, 2020

Classic and recent memorable sporting events are hitting the airwaves on Thursday April 16, 2020

Sports fans can still get there fix on TV today and Sports Illustrated is giving you a rundown on what to watch.The NBA started their HORSE challenge and some viewers felt it fell a little flat but we may see redemption tonight as the semi-finals and Championship air on ESPN.Plus, since most fans have more time on their hands, we’re recommending Ali as our sports movie to stream.

(Note: All times are E.T.)

7:00 p.m. on ACC Network: 2000 Sugar Bowl: Florida State vs. Virginia
Chris Weinke threw another scoring strike of 63 yards to Ron Dugans to make it 21-7 – the 21 points to that point were more than the Hokies had allowed in any full game all season.

7:00 p.m. on NBCSN: Women’s Gymnastics: Team Final
The USA women's artistic gymnastics team win gold in the final of the team event in the North Greenwich Arena at the London 2012 Olympic Games.

8:00 p.m. on FS1: 2016 NFC Divisional Playoff Game: Green Bay Packers at Dallas Cowboys
The division round playoff game was a huge upset for Cowboy fans. Aaron Rodgers threw a 36-yard pass to a toe-dragging Jared Cook on the sideline, and Mason Crosby kicked a 51-yard field goal as time expired, sending the Packers to the NFC championship game with their eighth straight win while thwarting a huge Dallas rally in a 34-31 victory.

9:00 p.m. on ESPN: NBA Horse Challenge
NBA players compete in the semifinals and championship in a round of horse. Featuring past and present players from the NBA and WNBA.

10:00 p.m. on NHL Network: Game 5: Washington Capitals at Vegas Golden Knights
The Washington Capitals win the Stanley Cup for the first time defeating the Vegas Golden Knights 4-3 in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final at T-Mobile Arena.