The NBA Playoffs are set to ignite after a dramatic Play-In Tournament, with the final postseason field nearly complete and fans buzzing about potential upsets and powerhouse matchups. The Play-In, running April 15-1, determined the last two seeds in each conference, adding suspense as teams like the Warriors and Magic clinched their spots in thrilling fashion.
In the West, the Golden State Warriors locked down the No. 7 seed after defeating the Grizzlies and will now face the Houston Rockets in the first round. The Oklahoma City Thunder await the winner of the final Play-In battle for the No. 8 seed. Other marquee Western matchups include the Lakers facing the Timberwolves and the Nuggets taking on the Clippers.
The East saw the Orlando Magic surge past the Hawks to claim the No. 7 seed, setting up a showdown with the reigning champion Boston Celtics. The Cavaliers, Knicks, Pacers, and Bucks round out the conference’s top seeds, each eyeing a deep playoff run.
The first round tips off Saturday, April, with all series played in a best-of-seven format. The NBA Finals are scheduled to begin June. Every game, bracket update, and score will be crucial as teams chase the Larry O’Brien Trophy. For the full schedule and to see who advances next, stay tuned—this year’s playoff drama is just getting started.
