The NBA playoffs are set to begin on Saturday, April 15th, and basketball fans around the world are eagerly awaiting the start of the postseason. With the regular season now over, it’s time to start preparing for the playoffs. Here’s some key information to help you get ready for the start of the NBA playoffs.
First, it’s important to know the teams that will be competing in the playoffs. The 16 teams that have qualified for the playoffs are the Milwaukee Bucks, Toronto Raptors, Philadelphia 76ers, Boston Celtics, Indiana Pacers, Brooklyn Nets, Orlando Magic, Miami Heat, Detroit Pistons, Charlotte Hornets, Atlanta Hawks, Washington Wizards, Utah Jazz, Oklahoma City Thunder, Houston Rockets, and the Golden State Warriors.
Second, it’s important to understand the playoff format. The playoffs are divided into two conferences: the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference. Each conference is divided into three divisions: Atlantic, Central, and Southeast. The top eight teams in each conference will make the playoffs. The first round of the playoffs is a best-of-seven series between the first and eighth seeds in each conference. The second round is a best-of-seven series between the second and seventh seeds in each conference. The third round is a best-of-seven series between the third and sixth seeds in each conference. The fourth round is a best-of-seven series between the fourth and fifth seeds in each conference. The winners of each conference will then face off in the NBA Finals.
Third, it’s important to know when the games will be played. The first round of the playoffs will begin on Saturday, April 15th and will run through Sunday, April 30th. The second round will begin on Tuesday, May 2nd and will run through Sunday, May 14th. The third round will begin on Tuesday, May 16th and will run through Sunday, May 28th. The fourth round will begin on Tuesday, May 30th and will run through Sunday, June 11th. The NBA Finals will begin on Thursday, June 15th and will run through Sunday, June 25th.
Finally, it’s important to know how to watch the games. All of the games will be broadcast on ABC, ESPN, TNT, and NBA TV. Fans can also stream the games on their computers or mobile devices using NBA League Pass or other streaming services.
The NBA playoffs are sure to be an exciting time for basketball fans around the world. With this key information in hand, you’ll be ready to enjoy all of the action when the playoffs begin on Saturday, April 15th.
