The NBA Playoffs are the culmination of the NBA basketball season. The postseason elevates team and player performances, exciting fans globally. Each season, the NBA playoffs usually deliver hard-fought battles and iconic wins. Memorable moments such as the Miami Heat's stunning upset over the Milwaukee Bucks in 2023 and the Denver Nuggets clinching their first championship highlight the unpredictable nature of playoff basketball.
Once the NBA regular season concludes, the top six NBA teams from both the Eastern and Western Conferences secure direct playoff berths. However, the teams seeded from seventh to 10th battle it out in the play-in tournament for the final two spots.
NBA Playoffs Start Date
The 2025 NBA Playoffs started on April 20, 2025, and Game 7 (if required) of the 2025 NBA Finals is scheduled to be held on June 22, 2025. Although playoffs may conclude a few days earlier if the Finals conclude in four, five, or six games.
As the 2024/25 NBA season is already in the playoffs as of May 2025, certain teams have emerged as genuine contenders. The Minnesota Timberwolves have already advanced to the second round after defeating the Los Angeles Lakers. However, the 2023-24 NBA Champions (Denver Nuggets) have defeated the Los Angeles Clippers in seven games to advance to the second round and meet the Oklahoma City Thunder.
In the Eastern Conference, the 2024-25 NBA Champions are already in the second round after defeating the Orlando Magic. The young team (Indiana Pacers), led by Tyrese Haliburton, also pose a threat in the East and will compete against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second round. Finally, the Clutch Player of the Year (Jalen Brunson) led the New York Knicks can be the underdog for the defending NBA Champions in the second round. Meanwhile, the Denver Nuggets, led by Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, can pose a serious threat in the playoffs.
The 2025 NBA Playoffs will be the stage for all these great teams, who will compete to determine which team will emerge triumphant. The journey promises riveting narratives, unexpected turns, and ultimately, the crowning of a worthy NBA champion.
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FAQs on NBA Playoffs
A: The NBA playoffs typically start in April.
A. Yes, the 2025 NBA playoffs started on April 20, 2025.
A. Usually, the NBA playoffs conclude in June every year.
A: The 2025 NBA playoffs will be held from April 20 to June 22, 2025.
A. The NBA playoffs in 2024 will feature a total of 16 teams. The top 6 teams from both the Eastern and Western Conferences secure direct berths, while the seventh to 10th seeds compete in the Play-In Tournament for the remaining two spots in each conference.
