2025 NBA Play-In, Playoffs & Finals Schedule

As the 2024-2025 NBA regular season approaches its conclusion on April 13, 2025, fans eagerly anticipate the ensuing postseason battles. The NBABITE has officially released the schedule for the Play-In Tournament, Playoffs, and NBA Finals. Below is a comprehensive overview of the key dates and structure for each phase.

Play-In Tournament

The NBA Play-In Tournament is set to take place from April 15 to April 18, 2025. This tournament determines the seventh and eighth seeds in each conference for the Playoffs.

Format:

April 15: Game 1: 7th Place vs. 8th Place (Winner secures 7th seed)
Game 2: 9th Place vs. 10th Place (Loser is eliminated)
April 17: Game 3: Loser of Game 1 vs. Winner of Game 2 (Winner secures 8th seed)

This format applies to both the Eastern and Western Conferences.

NBA Playoffs

The 2025 NBA Playoffs will commence on April 19, 2025, immediately following the conclusion of the Play-In Tournament. The Playoffs will follow the traditional best-of-seven series format across all rounds:

First Round: April 19 – May 2, 2025
Conference Semifinals: May 4 – May 17, 2025
Conference Finals: May 19 – June 1, 2025

Specific matchups and game schedules will be determined based on regular-season standings and the outcomes of the Play-In Tournament.

NBA Finals

The pinnacle of the NBA season, the 2025 NBA Finals, is slated to begin on June 5, 2025. The Finals will feature the champions of the Eastern and Western Conferences competing in a best-of-seven series to claim the coveted NBA Championship.

Tentative Schedule:

Game 1: June 5, 2025
Game 2: June 7, 2025
Game 3: June 10, 2025
Game 4: June 12, 2025
Game 5: June 15, 2025 (if necessary)
Game 6: June 17, 2025 (if necessary)
Game 7: June 20, 2025 (if necessary)

The team with the superior regular-season record will hold home-court advantage, hosting Games 1, 2, 5, and 7.

Broadcast Information

Fans can catch all the postseason action live across various platforms:

Television: Games will be broadcast nationally on ABC, ESPN, TNT, and NBA TV.
Streaming: Live streaming will be available through the NBA League Pass, ESPN+, Disney+, and Max.

For the most up-to-date information on game times and broadcast details, please refer to the official NBA website or your local listings.

As teams vie for postseason berths and positioning, the excitement continues to build. Stay tuned for further updates as the NBA season reaches its thrilling climax.