April 14, 2024 16:25 PM

NBA Playoff Field and Schedule Finalized: Playoffs and Play-In Tournament Details Revealed

NBA playoffs seedings finalized. Play-In Tournament begins April 16. First-round series schedule revealed. All games to stream on ABC, ESPN, and NBA TV.

With the regular season coming to an end, the NBA playoff picture is now set. Let's take a look at the finalized seeding and the exciting matchups to come.

In the Western Conference, the Oklahoma City Thunder secured the top seed, while the Phoenix Suns made a leap to claim the 6th seed, earning themselves a spot in the playoffs. This sets the stage for an intense playoff battle in the West.

Eastern Conference

Over in the East, the New York Knicks managed to capture the 2nd seed, while the Milwaukee Bucks slipped to the 4th seed after a tough loss. The stage is set for an intriguing playoff showdown in the East.

Play-In Tournament

The Play-In Tournament is on the horizon, with matchups beginning on April 16 and running through April 19. It's a chance for teams to fight for their spots in the playoffs. The tournament format will see the 7th and 8th seeds battle it out, with the winners securing the 7th seed, while the losers face the winners of the 9th and 10th seed matchup for the 8th seed.

Changes to the Play-In Tournament Schedule

There's a unique twist to this year's Play-In Tournament schedule. The Western Conference games will kick off the action on Tuesday, followed by exciting matchups in the East on Wednesday. This shift is due to a scheduling conflict with the NHL's Flyers, resulting in the 76ers' game being moved to Wednesday.

First-Round Series Set

The first-round matchups are set, with compelling series such as Timberwolves-Suns, Clippers-Mavericks, Bucks-Pacers, and Cavaliers-Magic ready to kick off on April 20 or April 21. Be prepared for some thrilling basketball action.

NBA Playoff Schedule

Mark your calendars for the NBA playoff schedule, with games airing on ABC, ESPN, and NBA TV. Fans can catch all the action by streaming on fubo. The Play-In Tournament schedule and the key dates for the playoffs are as follows:

Play-In Tournament Schedule

Tuesday, April 16
- No. 7 Pelicans vs. No. 8 Lakers, 7:30 p.m., TNT
- No. 9 Kings vs. No. 10 Warriors, 10 p.m., TNT
Wednesday, April 17
- No. 7 76ers vs. No. 8 Heat, 7 p.m., ESPN/fubo
- No. 9 Bulls vs. No. 10 Hawks, 9:30 p.m., ESPN/fubo
Friday, April 19
- East No. 7/8 vs. East No. 9/10, Time TBD, ESPN/fubo
- West No. 7/8 vs. West No. 9/10, Time TBD, TNT