NBA Conference Finals

The NBA Conference Finals are the penultimate round of the NBA playoffs, featuring the top two teams from each conference. The NBA is divided into two conferences: the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference.

After the earlier rounds of the playoffs, which include the First Round and the Conference Semifinals, the remaining four teams, two from each conference, advance to the Conference Finals. The NBA Conference Finals are about to begin, and the stage is set for greatness.

NBA Conferences Finals Overview

In the NBA Conference finals,the Eastern Conference teams compete against each other in the regular season to earn a spot in the Eastern Conference playoffs while the Western Conference compete against each other in the regular season to secure a playoff spot in the Western Conference playoffs.

The NBA playoffs feature the top eight teams from each conference, determined by their win-loss records. These teams compete in the conference playoffs to determine the conference champions. The winners of each conference then advance to the NBA Finals, where they vie for the ultimate prize of becoming the league champions.

The Conference Finals in the NBA follow a 2-2-1-1-1 format, meaning that the higher-seeded team in the regular season will host games 1, 2, 5, and 7 in their homecourt, while the lower-seeded team will host games 3, 4, and 6 in their home. This format has been used consistently since the 1985 NBA playoffs. The team that wins their respective Conference Finals advances to the NBA Finals to compete for the NBA Championship.

NBA Conferences Finals History

During the 2022 Western Conference Finals, the Golden State Warriors faced off against the Dallas Mavericks, led by Luka Doncic. With Stephen Curry as their top scorer, the Warriors dominated the series, winning four out of five games and securing their spot in the NBA Finals.

While, the Boston Celtics and the Miami Heat battled it out in the Eastern Conference Finals. With Jayson Tatum leading the way, the Celtics emerged victorious after six hard-fought games, earning their spot in the NBA Finals. In the championship round, they were against the Golden State Warriors, who had become the Western Conference champions.

NBA Conferences Finals type

The NBA is divided into two conferences: the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference. Each conference consists of 15 teams, making a total of 30 teams in the league.

Each conference in the NBA is further divided into three divisions, resulting in a total of six divisions in the league. These divisions help organize teams geographically and add an additional layer of competition within the conference.

NBA Western Conference:

Northwest division:

Pacific division:

Southwest division:

NBA Eastern Conference:

Atlantic division:

Central division:

Southeast division:

NBA Conferences Finals Odds

NBA Conference Finals odds refer to the probability or chances assigned to each team participating in the Conference Finals to win the series and advance to the NBA Finals. These odds are determined by sportsbooks and betting experts based on various factors such as team performance, player statistics, injuries, and other relevant information.

Teams in NBA Conferences Finals 2023

Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat

In a crucial matchup to reach the NBA Finals, Jayson Tatum, a star player for the Boston Celtics and a member of the All-NBA first team in 2023 and his team, will be facing off against Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat. Tatum, the leading scorer for the Celtics, showcased a 51 points skillful game in their recent victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in the second round of the playoffs.

Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers

This season, the Denver Nuggets, with Nikola Jokic as their leader, have earned the top seed in their conference. They will be facing the Los Angeles Lakers, who have traditionally had the upper hand in their previous faceoffs. Even though the Lakers have a history of winning series against the Nuggets, the Nuggets are fully prepared to present a tough challenge and a strong fight.

NBA Conferences Predictions 2023

Eastern Conference -

In their playoff history, the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics have faced each other 30 times, with the Heat winning 16 series and the Celtics winning 14. Their most recent playoff encounter occurred in the 2020 Eastern Conference finals, where the Miami Heat emerged victorious in six games, securing their spot in the NBA Finals while eliminating the Boston Celtics.

Although the Miami Heat have a history of winning more series, the Boston Celtics are well-prepared to give them a tough challenge. The Celtics’ deadly duo in Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, who are currently in their prime and excel at scoring. As a result, it seems likely that the Celtics will once again secure a spot in the NBA Finals.

Western Conference -

Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers have met in the playoffs 7 times, with the Lakers winning all 7 series. The most recent playoff matchup between the two teams was in the 2020 western conference. The Lakers won the series by 4-1. The LA Lakers have the historical advantage in their head-to-head matchups.

The Lakers will start with their star players like LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and De’Angelo Russell while the Nuggets will have their most formidable pick-and-roll duos, Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray.

Though, the Denver Nuggets have secured the top seed in their conference this season, the Los Angeles Lakers, will make it to the NBA finals according to the stats.

NBA Conferences Standings 2023

Eastern Conference Standings

TEAM	W	L	PCT	GB	PPG	OPPG	DIFF	HOME	AWAY	L10	STRK
1Milwaukee Bucks	59	28	.678	-	117.0	113.9	+3.1	33-11	26-17	4-6	L3
2Boston Celtics	65	30	.684	-2.0	117.6	111.0	+6.6	36-12	29-18	6-4	W2
3Philadelphia 76ers	61	32	.656	1.0	113.7	110.1	+3.6	32-14	29-18	6-4	L2
4Cleveland Cavaliers	52	35	.598	7.0	111.2	106.5	+4.7	32-12	20-23	4-6	L3
5New York Knicks	53	40	.570	9.0	114.1	111.5	+2.6	27-19	26-21	5-5	L1
6Brooklyn Nets	45	41	.523	13.5	112.4	112.1	+0.3	23-20	22-21	4-6	L5
7Atlanta Hawks	44	45	.494	16.0	118.2	118.2	0.0	25-19	19-26	4-6	L1
8Miami Heat	53	42	.558	10.0	109.8	109.5	+0.3	33-15	20-27	7-3	W1
9Toronto Raptors	41	42	.494	16.0	112.8	111.3	+1.5	27-15	14-27	6-4	L1
10Chicago Bulls	41	43	.488	16.5	112.8	111.6	+1.2	22-19	19-24	5-5	L1
11Indiana Pacers	35	47	.427	21.5	116.3	119.5	-3.2	20-21	15-26	3-7	W1
12Washington Wizards	35	47	.427	21.5	113.2	114.4	-1.2	19-22	16-25	3-7	L1
13Orlando Magic	34	48	.415	22.5	111.4	114.0	-2.6	20-21	14-27	5-5	L4
14Charlotte Hornets	27	55	.329	29.5	111.0	117.2	-6.2	13-28	14-27	5-5	W1
15Detroit Pistons	17	65	.207	39.5	110.3	118.5	-8.2	9-32	8-33	1-9	L1

Western Conference Standings

TEAM	W	L	PCT	GB	PPG	OPPG	DIFF	HOME	AWAY	L10	STRK
1Denver Nuggets	61	32	.656	-	115.8	111.8	+4.0	40-7	21-25	7-3	W2
2Memphis Grizzlies	53	35	.602	5.5	116.1	112.9	+3.2	37-7	16-28	4-6	L1
3Sacramento Kings	51	38	.573	8.0	120.2	117.9	+2.3	25-20	26-18	3-7	L1
4Phoenix Suns	51	42	.548	10.0	113.7	112.2	+1.5	32-15	19-27	6-4	L2
5Los Angeles Clippers	45	42	.517	13.0	113.7	113.6	+0.1	23-20	22-22	4-6	L4
6Golden State Warriors	50	45	.526	12.0	118.1	116.6	+1.5	37-10	13-35	5-5	L1
7Los Angeles Lakers	52	43	.547	10.0	116.5	115.3	+1.2	30-18	22-25	7-3	W1
8Minnesota Timberwolves	44	45	.494	15.0	115.1	115.4	-0.3	24-20	20-25	5-5	L1
9New Orleans Pelicans	42	41	.506	14.0	114.4	112.6	+1.8	27-15	15-26	6-4	L2
10Oklahoma City Thunder	41	43	.488	15.5	117.3	116.5	+0.8	24-17	17-26	5-5	L1
11Dallas Mavericks	38	44	.463	17.5	114.2	114.1	+0.1	23-18	15-26	2-8	L2
12Utah Jazz	37	45	.451	18.5	117.1	118.0	-0.9	23-18	14-27	2-8	L1
13Portland Trail Blazers	33	49	.402	22.5	113.4	117.4	-4.0	17-24	16-25	1-9	L4
14Houston Rockets	22	60	.268	33.5	110.7	118.6	-7.9	14-27	8-33	4-6	W3
15San Antonio Spurs	22	60	.268	33.5	113.0	123.1	-10.1	14-27	8-33	3-7	W1

Where to watch NBA Conference Finals

The Conference finals are broadcasted on several networks, including ESPN, ABC, TNT, and NBA TV, or if you have a cable and satellite TV connection you will have access to the game.