The 2026 NBA postseason is formally right here.
The remaining week of regular-season play ended Sunday as all 30 teams have been in motion to cap the 82-game marketing campaign. Some prime seeds sweetened an already dominant run, whereas bottom-dwelling teams accomplished their final efforts to tank for the May 10 draft lottery.
Now, there are 20 teams set and seeded to compete for an opportunity to raise the Larry O’Brien Trophy in June. The play-in event will start Tuesday, as 4 teams from every convention face off for the final two spots in the playoffs, versus the No. 1 and a pair of seeds.
Our NBA insiders break down all 20 postseason-bound teams, their first-round and play-in matchups, greatest questions and key gamers to observe all through the run to the 2026 Finals.
Note: Odds for 2026 NBA playoffs supplied by DraftKings.
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Eastern Conference
Round 1 matchup: No. 8 seed
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 38.6%
NBA title odds: +2200
What to observe for in Round 1:
One of the greatest seasons in franchise historical past was powered by the form of protection, depth and physicality which were calling playing cards of practically each nice Detroit staff. But will the East’s prime seed generate sufficient offense to succeed in its first Finals since 2005? Cade Cunningham has realized his potential as the 2021 No. 1 draft choose, however the choices behind him are largely unproven. Whoever emerges from the play-in event with the 8-seed will take a look at the Pistons to maintain up on the scoreboard. — Jamal Collier
One massive query for the postseason:
Is Cunningham absolutely wholesome? The Pistons did not miss a beat close to the finish of the common season, wrapping up the greatest file in the convention with out their star participant. Cunningham shook off some rust with two video games final week, however the probabilities of a deep playoff run hinge on how he bounces again from a collapsed lung. Despite falling in need of the 65-game threshold, Cunningham was one among the greatest gamers in the league this season and seemed like a lock for All-NBA. Detroit wants Cunningham at that stage. — Collier
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Cunningham. I checked out how a lot teams would fall in the event that they have been with out their greatest participant, and the Pistons would drop solely to fourth. But a prime participant returning after harm has an opportunity of clunkiness. The Pistons bought Cunningham again from a collapsed lung final Wednesday in a sport in opposition to a tanking staff, and he performed effectively. But tankers will not be the take a look at. When the Pistons face a staff in lockdown protection mode, that is when Cunningham should keep away from forcing issues and preserve defending on the different finish. — Dean Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if …
They attain the second spherical. It would appear as if a convention finals look could be the minimal objective, however it’s essential to notice that this staff is simply two seasons faraway from a disastrous 14-win marketing campaign. In 2024, the Thunder tied for the greatest file in the West with 57 wins solely to get knocked out by the Mavericks in the convention semis. Detroit selected to not make any main swings at the commerce deadline, partly because of not eager to skip steps or place the burden of title expectations on a rising younger staff. — Vincent Goodwill
Stat to know: Detroit is the third staff in the previous 15 seasons to guide the league in steals and blocks (2021-22 Grizzlies, 2016-17 Warriors).
Betting nugget: The Pistons posted a plus-9.5 internet score over an 11-game stretch with out Cunningham throughout the remaining month of the common season, barely down from plus-10.9 with him. Their offense dipped from 119.7 to 108.5 per 100 possessions with out him, however it still averaged 115.8 throughout that span, whereas the protection improved. The Pistons’ means to maintain elite effectivity with out their star reinforces their legitimacy as a contender. At the fourth-best odds to win the East (+500) and seventh greatest to win the championship (+2200), the market may still be undervaluing them. — Eric Moody
Round 1 matchup: No. 7 seed
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 29.2%
NBA title odds: +550
What to observe for in Round 1:
How will Boston’s middle rotation fare? Neemias Queta and Luka Garza have by no means been relied upon to be important postseason contributors, and veteran Nikola Vucevic has by no means performed previous the first spherical. If Boston is to make the deep playoff run it expects, this frontcourt group can be examined. — Tim Bontemps
One massive query for the postseason:
What will Jayson Tatum appear like? It already has been a outstanding comeback for him to be enjoying lower than a yr after tearing an Achilles tendon — and rapidly profitable a convention Player of the Week award, besides. But for Boston to be a true title threat, Tatum might want to return to one thing nearer to his pre-injury kind. –– Bontemps
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Payton Pritchard. The Celtics are a machine that adapts to what the opponent does, but when there is a participant whose efficiency might be risky, it is Pritchard. He has been amongst the 30 most inconsistent gamers this season, posting 23 good video games and 17 unhealthy ones (plus-37 common efforts). If the Celtics face the ferocious beginning unit in Charlotte, they cannot afford a Pritchard stinker: Boston’s greatest lack of the season was to the visiting Hornets on March 4, when Pritchard had his worst sport. — Dean Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if …
They attain the convention finals. In some methods, Tatum’s return has Boston enjoying with home cash. He got here again earlier than anticipated and appears like an inexpensive model of himself whereas swapping lead positions with MVP contender Jaylen Brown. Getting knocked out in the second spherical final season as defending champions then having the ability to come again and advance to top-two standing in what was regarded as a “gap year” would represent an enormous win for the franchise. But going additional is at all times on the board in the East. — Goodwill
Stat to know: The Celtics allowed 40.1 factors per sport in the paint — the fewest in a season since the 2019-20 Bucks (38.7).
Betting nugget: Defense wins championships: Twenty-two of the previous 25 champions ranked in the prime 10 in defensive score throughout the common season. The Celtics rank second in offensive score and fourth in defensive score. That’s notable, as 23 of the previous 25 champions completed in the prime 5 in both offensive or defensive effectivity. With Tatum and Brown main the manner, Boston has the profile of a real contender on each ends of the ground and presents worth at +550 to win the championship. — Moody
Round 1 matchup: Atlanta Hawks
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 18.5%
NBA title odds: +1800
What to observe for in Round 1:
Whether the Knicks can maintain enterprise early and get sufficient relaxation for a possible rematch with the Celtics. That would imply Jalen Brunson persevering with the pattern of trusting his teammates similar to Josh Hart and, extra importantly, Karl-Anthony Towns. Everything the Knicks have completed since final season ended has been about resulting in this second. Firing Tom Thibodeau. Hiring Mike Brown. Not going all-in with a commerce provide for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Treating the first spherical with the applicable seriousness after having lulls in focus this season would present that these choices have been price it — for now. — Goodwill
One massive query for the postseason:
Can Towns be the true second choice New York wants? He has had a extra productive second half of the season however has wanted to search out his offense off the glass fairly than getting every little thing run by way of him. Towns and Brunson have discovered chemistry recently, however the stress is larger on Towns than on any star-level participant this postseason. — Goodwill
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Mitchell Robinson. The Knicks have been superb in opposition to unhealthy teams and middling in opposition to good teams. Who declines the most? It’s Robinson, and it is on each side of the ball. The good defenses defend him effectively, and they’re additionally prepared to foul him and put him on the line, the place his sub-50% mark means “hack-a-Mitchell” is in play from tipoff. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if …
They attain the NBA Finals. If it weren’t apparent, Knicks proprietor James Dolan laid out the gauntlet on New York radio in January. Making the convention finals was simply ok to get Thibodeau fired. Beating Boston, Detroit, Cleveland or anybody else is the naked minimal. The Knicks have been constructed to win this season, and there might be penalties on some stage if they arrive up quick once more. — Goodwill
Stat to know: The Knicks had a plus-10.0 level differential at dwelling this season, third in the NBA behind the Thunder (11.7) and Pistons (10.5).
Betting nugget: The odds indicate the Knicks have the edge on this collection in opposition to Atlanta, which is sensible given their measurement and rebounding benefit with Towns and Robinson. While New York’s 3-point quantity and effectivity have dipped not too long ago, it still ranked in the prime 5 in share on the season. With two of the three earlier conferences determined by three factors, the Knicks’ physicality might be the distinction in what tasks as a aggressive collection, making the over 5.5 video games (-150) price consideration. — Moody
Round 1 matchup: Toronto Raptors
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 5.1%
NBA title odds: +1600
What to observe for in Round 1:
This Cavs staff will arguably present James Harden his greatest probability to redeem his earlier playoff disappointments, and the opening spherical can be the first window into how he handles it. Harden’s profession of playoff shortcomings wouldn’t be assuaged irrespective of whom Cleveland performed in the opening collection, however it’ll be the first alternative to see this staff underneath actual stress. How will Harden function on a staff for which he would not must deal with a lot of the scoring burden, and the way will he and Donovan Mitchell work on the ground collectively, particularly at the finish of video games? — Collier
One massive query for the postseason:
Did the Cavs’ massive 4 have sufficient time to jell? Thanks to a mix of ill-timed accidents, the quartet of Mitchell, Harden, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen entered the remaining week of the common season having performed six video games and 76 complete minutes collectively. The excellent news for the Cavs is that they’re outscoring opponents by 35 factors throughout these minutes, however it’s a small pattern for Cleveland’s greatest gamers earlier than they must win on a playoff stage. — Collier
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Harden. The key for Cleveland is the counter to Mitchell, who dictates profitable and shedding a lot for the Cavs that when he is down, the entire staff is down. When the Cavs misplaced in the second spherical final yr, he had a few unhealthy video games and his teammates could not choose him up. Their key participant on this postseason might be Harden, Allen or Mobley, however they want one among them to offer that counter. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if …
They attain the convention finals. The Cavaliers have not made it that far with out LeBron James since 1992, and present franchise star Mitchell has by no means superior previous the second spherical. Acquiring Harden earlier than the commerce deadline solely heightened expectations. — Goodwill
Stat to know: The Cavaliers had 14 wins this season during which they trailed coming into the fourth quarter — the most by any staff.
Betting nugget: The Cavaliers are 20-6 since buying Harden, who has averaged 20.5 factors and seven.7 assists with the Cavs whereas serving to elevate them to fifth in offensive score post-All-Star break. But Cleveland ranks simply twelfth in defensive score for the season, and the Cavaliers are also 20-32 in opposition to the unfold versus East opponents. For a staff with championship aspirations, that imbalance is difficult to disregard. — Moody
Round 1 matchup: Cleveland Cavaliers
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 1.5%
NBA title odds: +25000
What to observe for in Round 1:
Toronto was drawing lifeless in opposition to the Knicks, having misplaced all 5 video games in opposition to New York this season, together with on Friday night time. But due to Orlando shedding to Boston, the Raptors as an alternative will face Cleveland, which they swept of their three-game season collection. It’s essential to notice that all of these video games have been performed earlier than Nov. 25, however securing a collection in opposition to the Cavs was a major win for Toronto.
One massive query for the postseason:
Is Scottie Barnes prepared for the highlight? After his cameo function as a rookie, that is the first probability for Barnes to be the main man on a playoff staff. How will he tackle that problem, and might he lead Toronto to a first-round upset? — Bontemps
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Ja’Kobe Walter. Between Halloween and Thanksgiving, the Raptors went 13-1. What occurred in that stretch? They performed unhealthy teams — very unhealthy teams. These Raptors do effectively in opposition to unhealthy teams. Against good teams, Brandon Ingram has been unhealthy, Jamal Shead has been worse, Walter has been the worst. One of these guys, most likely two, must really present up if the Raptors are going to win a collection. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if …
They put a scare into one among the giants. It would not appear as if the Raptors are knocking on the door of actually bothering the higher echelon of the East, no less than not in the manner the NBA world views Atlanta and even the red-hot Hornets. Since Toronto’s 12-3 December, it has been a .500 outfit the remainder of the manner. Making somebody sweat in the opening spherical with a protracted, rangy protection may put a bow on a season no person ought to really feel unhealthy about in the North. — Goodwill
Stat to know: The Raptors led the NBA in fast-break factors per sport (18.9) and allowed the second fewest (12.5). Their plus-6.3 level differential on quick breaks is the greatest by a staff since 2018-19.
Betting nugget: The Raptors’ continuity and ball motion (29.5 assists per sport, third in NBA) mixed with a top-five protection (112.2 score) make them a harder matchup than anticipated: They are +425 to win the collection. While Toronto’s offense is common, its means to restrict runs and play cohesively provides it endurance. Toronto has the profile to increase this collection over 5.5 video games (-110). The Raptors went 3-0 in opposition to the Cavaliers throughout the common season. — Moody
Round 1 matchup: New York Knicks
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 1.4%
NBA title odds: +13000
What to observe for in Round 1:
After Jalen Johnson took the controls whereas Trae Young was injured, the Hawks pivoted and traded Young and Kristaps Porzingis. Following a 20-25 begin, Atlanta went 25-10 over the subsequent 35 video games, enjoying and transferring the ball the manner Quin Snyder needs. Johnson is a star in the making. Nickeil Alexander-Walker has been one among the greatest pickups of the offseason, and he and CJ McCollum present deep playoff expertise, having every reached the Western Conference finals. (*20*) hopes to select up the place he left off upon averaging 20.8 factors for the Warriors in the second spherical in opposition to Minnesota final postseason after Stephen Curry was injured. — Ohm Youngmisuk
One massive query for the postseason:
Can Johnson take his sport to the subsequent stage? The do-it-all ahead developed into an All-Star this marketing campaign. Now, he returns to the postseason for the first time since 2023, however this time as the Hawks’ go-to man. This can be a priceless expertise for the 24-year-old’s development as he checks his triple-double expertise in opposition to a Knicks protection fixated on him. Johnson bought a style of dealing with playoff-tested teams when he shot a mixed 12-for-35 and fouled out as soon as in two losses final week to the Knicks and Cavaliers. Things will get solely tougher from right here, however that is the subsequent step for Johnson’s ascendence. — Youngmisuk
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Alexander-Walker. Johnson is the Hawks’ prime man, however Alexander-Walker is their second-best participant. Alexander-Walker has the staff’s second-most threshold wins, when his efficiency was sufficient to hold the staff to a win. It’s what he would not do — carry out in the clutch — that’s significantly related for Atlanta. Johnson has been good, however defenses know that and certain will pressure another person, similar to Alexander-Walker, to beat them. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if …
They pull off a first-round upset. The Hawks have been a sleeper contender choose earlier than the season started, once they still rostered Young. But it wasn’t till after buying and selling Young and Porzingis that they have been capable of deploy Snyder’s full sport plan: Atlanta went 19-5 after the break behind elite shotmaking and havoc on protection. It will not be simple and even seemingly, however given the Hawks did not reside as much as lofty preseason expectations, a first-round triumph could be a major subsequent step for the younger roster. — Goodwill
Stat to know: The Hawks led the NBA with 30.1 assists per sport, the most in a season in franchise historical past. They generated a league-best 78.7 factors per sport from their assists, in accordance with GeniusIQ.
Betting nugget: Atlanta enters the collection red-hot, going 20-6 post-All-Star break whereas rating in the prime 10 in 3-point quantity and effectivity. The Hawks are additionally 2-1 in opposition to the unfold (ATS) versus New York this season. With a extra fluid offense producing 30.1 APG, Atlanta has the profile to outperform expectations and push this deeper than the market (Knicks -290 to win the collection) suggests. — Moody
Eastern Conference play-in
Play-in matchup: Orlando Magic
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 0.1%
NBA title odds: +17000
What to observe in the play-in:
The 76ers entered the 2024-25 marketing campaign with championship expectations, solely to spectacularly crash and burn. This season, they’d nearly no expectations, and but managed to make it into the playoffs and — no less than in idea — have the gamers to make a deep playoff run in the wide-open East. — Bontemps
One massive query for the postseason:
Can Philadelphia keep wholesome? For a staff that is continually coping with one well being subject after one other, particularly with Joel Embiid, any probability of being a think about the playoffs will come down as to whether the 76ers can get their staff on the ground. — Bontemps
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Tyrese Maxey. Most of the 76ers’ staff efficiency is additive. Add Maxey they usually get plus-2.3 internet factors per sport towards profitable. Add Paul George they usually get plus-1.7. Embiid provides plus-2.1. A staff needs to spend all season build up the chemistry throughout these guys, so it is greater than additive. Most of this roster spent all season consuming popcorn and watching Maxey cook dinner. He cannot carry these guys too far on his personal. He’s particular and enjoyable to observe, but when he will get stopped, the Sixers get stopped. Just including George and Embiid to Maxey makes them good, however it’s basically Maxey’s job to lead the staff now, which suggests making certain the chemistry makes it greater than additive. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if …
At this level, getting by way of the play-in would represent one thing salvageable for the 76ers. With Embiid’s emergency appendectomy placing his postseason standing in peril, it is not possible to put actual expectations on this staff. It’s been a season filled with matches, begins and glimpses of potential, however it’s unfair to anticipate Maxey to hold this staff into the first spherical by himself. — Goodwill
Stat to know: The 76ers have been 11-10 when Embiid, George and Maxey all performed this season. Together, they’d a plus-1.6 level differential.
Betting nugget: The 76ers are 19-22 with out Embiid this season and 2-1 ATS in opposition to the Magic, with two of these video games going over the complete. But there is a case to fade these developments. Philadelphia lacks offensive firepower with out Embiid, and Orlando’s measurement in the frontcourt may create matchup issues. And Maxey is enjoying by way of a finger harm. — Eric Moody
Play-in matchup: Philadelphia 76ers
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 0.4%
NBA title odds: +35000
What to observe in the play-in:
It’s been a disappointingly inconsistent marketing campaign for the Magic, who entered the preseason with big hopes of contending in the East following the commerce for Desmond Bane. But Orlando as soon as once more battled accidents, with Franz Wagner lacking over half the season. The Magic have been purported to be a defensive juggernaut, however they give the impression of being disinterested at occasions. Getting Wagner and Anthony Black again has been big, and Orlando will look to salvage a irritating season by doing what it was constructed to do: win in the postseason. In order to try this, the Magic must win in Philly first. — Youngmisuk
One massive query for the postseason:
Can Paolo Banchero, Wagner and Bane be the formidable trio the Magic envisioned? They invested three unprotected first-round picks and a first-round choose swap in Bane to offer the perimeter taking pictures, management and postseason expertise the Magic desperately want. Orlando didn’t image combating to get out of the play-in. Can the Magic present that Banchero and Wagner can thrive and have room to function in a playoff setting with Bane on the perimeter to enhance an elite protection? Or will Orlando fizzle out, forcing the Magic’s entrance workplace to contemplate this offseason easy methods to get this East contender again on monitor? — Youngmisuk
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Wagner. He took about 5 video games to get used to carrying the Magic when Banchero went down early final season. When Wagner has come again from harm this season, it additionally has taken him about five games to get right. Wagner actually must be proper if Orlando goes to go anyplace — apart from on a fishing boat with Kenny Smith. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if …
They attain the second spherical. This just isn’t a staff enjoying with home cash. They rightfully recognized long-range shotmaking as an issue final season and purchased Bane for the not-so-low ask of 4 first-round picks. Getting out the play-in, when the expectations have been for Orlando to be far away from it, won’t be sufficient. There’s hypothesis about the way forward for essential folks in Orlando, and maybe solely a first-round upset can change the fortunes. — Goodwill
Stat to know: The Magic had 18 wins in video games they trailed by 10 factors or extra, tied with the Cavaliers for the most in the NBA this season.
Betting nugget: Orlando has been elite in clutch video games this season, however that hasn’t absolutely translated to betting worth. The Magic are simply 1-2 ATS in opposition to Philadelphia and 10-10 as a street underdog, which could concern bettors. However, Orlando’s measurement with Wagner, Banchero and Wendell Carter Jr. may pose issues for a 76ers staff with out Embiid. — Moody
Play-in matchup: Miami Heat
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 5.3%
NBA title odds: +17000
What to observe in the play-in:
The Hornets enter the play-in as one among the hottest and most harmful teams. Charlotte was 11-23 on Jan. 2 then received 32 of the subsequent 45 video games. The Hornets must get out of the play-in with a view to snap their nine-year playoff drought, the longest present streak in the NBA. But they will be trying to make some noise with a bunch that has grown assured with convincing wins over the Thunder, Celtics, Lakers, Nuggets and Knicks. Charlotte performs quick and fearless and is set to alter the narrative of this being the standard Hornets staff of the previous decade. — Youngmisuk
One massive query for the postseason:
Can LaMelo Ball and rookie sensation Kon Knueppel proceed to gentle it up? Postseason basketball is an entire totally different monster, and defenses can be targeted on getting bodily and taking away all of the Hornets’ display actions which have labored tremendously up to now. Ball is having the greatest season of his profession, enjoying fewer minutes and getting up fewer pictures. He needs to show he can win in the playoffs and must play underneath management, reduce errors and turnovers, and maintain his personal defensively. Knueppel must determine easy methods to beat a playoff protection decided to restrict the Hornets’ 3s. Most importantly, Charlotte’s model of the Splash Brothers must assist the Hornets be a lot better in clutch time, one thing they’ve struggled with this season. — Youngmisuk
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Brandon Miller. He can have some horrible video games and a few nice video games; by metrics, he’s the most inconsistent Hornet. Charlotte, dealing with a excessive seed in the first spherical, wants a wild card similar to Miller who can scare the favorites into altering their sport plan. But the Hornets additionally seemingly will wish to get forward and keep forward. They have the worst clutch file of any potential playoff staff. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if …
It already needs to be. The Hornets have been a second-half shock, vaulting themselves from 12 video games underneath .500 to one among the most potent offenses in the NBA in the new yr after scoring 120.8 factors per 100 possessions since January. But no person anticipated them to be on this playoff puzzle, so no matter Ball, Knueppel & Co. accomplish in the postseason is a bonus and an important constructing block for subsequent season. — Goodwill
Stat to know: When the Hornets win, they win massive. Their plus-18.2 common scoring margin in wins is the greatest in NBA historical past.
Betting nugget: The Hornets have been one among the hottest and best teams since the All-Star break, rating second in offensive score and seventh in defensive score whereas going 18-9. Charlotte is also 14-7 at dwelling as a favourite this season. Ball’s post-All-Star break surge has fueled Charlotte’s rise, however whether or not he can maintain it in the postseason is the actual query. He has averaged 23.7 factors and 9.0 assists in three video games in opposition to Miami this season. — Moody
Play-in matchup: Charlotte Hornets
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 0.1%
NBA title odds: +70000
What to observe in the play-in:
Even with Jimmy Butler III lengthy gone, the Heat have endured a roller-coaster season. Miami’s offense opened wanting explosive, solely for the staff to hover barely above .500 in late February. The Heat received seven straight and watched Bam Adebayo detonate for 83 factors in early March earlier than dropping 10 of the subsequent 13. Miami’s protection has sputtered, surrendering 120 or extra factors 13 occasions since March 6. — Youngmisuk
One massive query for the postseason:
Can Erik Spoelstra work his postseason magic once more? Miami has superior out of three consecutive play-ins. Despite a maddeningly inconsistent season, the Heat can have the confidence of figuring out they’ll claw their manner out of the play-in. But Spoelstra will want a wholesome Tyler Herro and Norman Powell to hum from the perimeter with Adebayo doing just a little little bit of every little thing and shoring up the Heat’s protection. And in the event that they do discover a method to get out of the play-in, the Heat can be trying to redeem themselves for final yr’s embarrassing first-round pummeling at the palms of the Cavs. — Youngmisuk
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Adebayo. Miami made a farce of its first-round collection a yr in the past, getting swept by Cleveland and shedding the final two video games by a mixed 92 factors. For organizational satisfaction, the Heat can not do this once more. The participant most in control of that’s Adebayo, who introduced loads of satisfaction together with his 83-point sport final month. The Heat want him to do one thing tougher than 83 factors: make everybody higher with a view to match the prime seed they will face. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if …
They advance out of the play-in once more. The normal for the Heat franchise is competing for championships. But they’ve turned the play-in event into the Heat Invitational the previous three seasons. Last yr, they have been noncompetitive in opposition to Cleveland in the first spherical; securing the 8-seed and giving Detroit a collection could be optimum, for the quick time period. — Goodwill
Stat to know: Miami led the league in tempo after ending in the backside 5 in every of the earlier six seasons.
Betting nugget: The Heat received three of 4 regular-season conferences in opposition to the Hornets, with the complete going over in three of these video games. However, Charlotte is favored at dwelling and ranks third in internet score since the All-Star break, making it a staff that should not be neglected. This is a spot the place relying solely on regular-season developments might be deceptive. — Moody
Western Conference
Round 1 matchup: No. 8 seed
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 61.9%
NBA title odds: +110
What to observe for in Round 1:
Regardless of who finally ends up as the No. 8 seed, the Thunder can be heavy favorites in the first spherical. Oklahoma City benefited from busting out the brooms in the first spherical final season, getting eight days in between collection after sweeping the Memphis Grizzlies. For a staff that handled so many accidents all through the season, decreasing put on and tear needs to be a motivating issue for the Thunder. — Tim MacMahon
One massive query for the postseason:
Can Jalen Williams carry out as the co-star the Thunder want alongside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander?
Williams, whose 40-point efficiency in Game 5 of the NBA Finals final season ranks as the most essential particular person outing in franchise playoff historical past, has endured a irritating season due to a prolonged restoration from offseason wrist surgical procedure and a recurring hamstring pressure. He used the previous couple of weeks of the common season to try to find a rhythm after getting back from an prolonged absence. — MacMahon
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Chet Holmgren. The Thunder bench provides as many internet factors per sport as half the beginning models in the league. Two of the beginning models it outperforms are Phoenix and Golden State, so if OKC faces a kind of teams, you might say its bench was sufficient.
If the Thunder face the Clippers, although, they will want a starter or two. Gilgeous-Alexander can rescue them, however on this first spherical, for instance Holmgren ought to assist carry them. He nearly did in final yr’s first spherical. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if…
The Thunder’s normal is now extremely excessive. They have been the league’s greatest staff for a stable 18 straight months. This season, they’d a number of gamers solidify their roles and their worth, however particularly Ajay Mitchell, who averaged profession highs throughout the board as OKC handled accidents all through the season. Because of their depth, the Thunder have demonstrated a capability to play quite a lot of totally different kinds, dominate the clutch and depend on quite a few gamers. It’s not a championship or break-up-the-core. But it is championship or failure. — Brian Windhorst
Stat to know: The Thunder began sturdy and completed sturdy. OKC opened the season 24-1 and completed 19-3. (The staff rested key gamers in the remaining two video games, each losses.)
Betting nugget: The Thunder are sturdy favorites to repeat as champions, with +120 odds which can be very near even cash with the subject. For those that wish to wager on the Thunder to win, one method to get extra juice might be to wager the “Finals Exact Result” market on DraftKings. For instance, the Celtics are clear favorites to win the Eastern Conference at +145, effectively forward of the Cavaliers (+350) or Pistons (+450). A wager on the Thunder to beat the Celtics in the Finals yields +450 odds on DraftKings, solidly extra juice than simply Thunder to win (+120). — Andre Snellings
Round 1 matchup: No. 7 seed
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 30.7%
NBA title odds: +500
What to observe for in Round 1:
Victor Wembanyama suffered a bruised left rib April 6, and it is unknown how the harm may have an effect on him in opposition to elevated physicality in the postseason. Though the harm seems to be comparatively minor, Wembanyama most likely must take care of a sure stage of ache.
How will that have an effect on his shot and his mobility? Opposing teams noticed success imposing elevated physicality in opposition to the 22-year-old Frenchman in the common season, so the Spurs ought to anticipate the similar in the first spherical. — Michael C. Wright
One massive query for the postseason:
Can the inexperienced Spurs management the tempo? San Antonio stymied opponents throughout the common season with a breakneck tempo of play that showcased the membership’s youth, velocity and athleticism. In the postseason, the game slows down and turns into extra of a half-court slugfest. Can the inexperienced Spurs constantly execute in the half court docket over 48 minutes in these high-stakes outings? — Wright
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Julian Champagnie. Last yr, Ty Jerome went into the playoffs for Cleveland after a breakout common season, then he had a significant dud in the second spherical. For the Spurs, Champagnie has been so good, with and with out Wembanyama on the court docket, offering a stabilizing presence … one thing Jerome did for the Cavs final yr. I believe Champagnie is fairly powerful, so I consider he’ll come by way of in the first spherical and make it simple, however I did not see Jerome’s flop coming final yr. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if…
The Spurs are already there. Wembanyama has had a breakout season and has confirmed how, at 22, he has elevated his two-way sport to an MVP stage. Stephon Castle, at 21, has already developed into one among the league’s greatest defensive guards; Dylan Harper can be on the All-Rookie Team; Keldon Johnson may win Sixth Man of the Year; and coach Mitch Johnson has demonstrated he is worthy of the job. Sure, you may say they must win X playoff video games or X rounds, however this postseason is a free roll. They’ve hit their benchmarks. Expectations can be coming for them in the coming years both manner. — Windhorst
Stat to know: The Spurs grew to become the fourth staff in NBA historical past to win no less than 60 video games after lacking the playoffs the earlier season, becoming a member of the 2007-08 Celtics, 2004-05 Suns and 1979-80 Celtics.
Betting nugget: The Spurs are +500 to win the NBA Finals, however Wembanyama is +600 to win Finals MVP. If the Spurs are to win the Finals, it is overwhelmingly seemingly they may accomplish that behind solely a standout effort from Wembanyama. So, for those that wish to again the Spurs to win it all, I discover extra worth in betting Wembanyama for Finals MVP than on the staff to win. — Snellings
Round 1 matchup: Minnesota Timberwolves
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 4.0%
NBA title odds: +950
What to observe for in Round 1:
This is a rematch of the Nuggets’ seven-game collection loss in the 2024 West semifinals, when Denver’s often dominant offense sputtered, scoring underneath triple digits in all 4 losses to the Wolves. Jamal Murray, who simply had his greatest common season but, can get some retribution for what was arguably his worst playoff collection. Murray averaged 18.4 factors on 40.3% taking pictures in these seven video games, together with 3-of-18 and 4-of-18 outings in a few the losses. — MacMahon
One massive query for the postseason:
Can Aaron Gordon keep wholesome? Gordon, who has handled a collection of calf and hamstring strains over the previous two seasons, is not only a glue man. He’s the duct tape to Denver’s protection. The Nuggets will particularly want Gordon to protect Victor Wembanyama in the event that they run into the Spurs. — MacMahon
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Gordon. The Nuggets have performed solely barely higher at dwelling than on the street this season. In Denver, you have to reap the benefits of the altitude. So who is not exploiting it? Gordon.
He was Denver’s standout in the playoffs a yr in the past, however he has struggled with accidents and skinny air this season, enjoying 2.1 internet factors per sport worse at dwelling than on the street. The Nuggets’ first-round collection with home-court benefit might be very aggressive, they usually want him to be higher. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if…
The Nuggets may make a case that they may’ve received every of the previous three titles and that profitable one of the three was the naked minimal. That mentioned, given the depth and ceilings of the Thunder and Spurs, they are going to be underdogs to make a deep run this yr. So in the event that they make it to a convention finals and have a puncher’s probability, they are going to have no less than stolen a collection after letting two slip by way of their fingers. — Windhorst
Stat to know: The Nuggets are the first staff in NBA historical past to have a number of gamers with no less than 1,500 factors and 500 assists in the similar season (Nikola Jokic and Murray).
Betting nugget: Though the Nuggets are +800 to win the NBA Finals, the fourth-best odds in accordance with DraftKings, Jokic is definitely +800 to win Finals MVP. Jokic is an incredible participant, arguably the greatest in the league, however it’s overwhelmingly unlikely that he would win Finals MVP if the Nuggets do not win the championship. The solely participant to win Finals MVP from the shedding staff was Jerry West in the 1969 Finals. With nearly 60 years of precedent as assist, I discover extra worth in betting the Nuggets to win the Finals than in Jokic to win Finals MVP. — Snellings
Round 1 matchup: Houston Rockets
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 1.1%
NBA title odds: +25000
What to observe for in Round 1:
The Lakers stabilized to a sure diploma to shut out the common season with three straight wins after initially reeling from the Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves accidents. LeBron James shifted again to the No. 1 choice; Luke Kennard was requested to be an on-ball initiator; and Marcus Smart returned from his prolonged ankle harm absence. With home-court benefit secured and 5 days off earlier than Houston involves city for Game 1, the Lakers will attempt to give you a sport plan to take down a Rockets staff that received 9 out of 10 to complete the season. “We’re going to prepare and we’re going to fight and we’re going to go try to win the series,” Lakers coach JJ Redick mentioned. — Dave McMenamin
One massive query for the postseason:
Can the Lakers keep alive in the playoffs lengthy sufficient for Doncic and Reaves to return from their respective accidents? The Lakers’ late-season momentum got here to a screeching halt April 2 in Oklahoma City when Doncic suffered a Grade 2 left hamstring pressure, Reaves suffered a Grade 2 left indirect muscle harm and the Thunder pounded the Lakers by 43. Can James shift again from the third choice and lead L.A. to wins whereas these guys are on the mend? — McMenamin
Player who can swing the first spherical:
James. A month in the past, there was concern about the chemistry throughout the Lakers’ three stars. After a profitable month of improved chemistry, two of them have been injured. There are not any chemistry points anymore, are there? Now, James simply has to see if all these career-extending gadgets and methods have endurance. James’ 4 greatest video games of the season had him including plus-11, plus-9.2, plus-8.2 and plus-8 internet factors. That’s about plus-9 factors per sport towards profitable. Looking at him, Doncic and Reaves, they added plus-8.5 per sport, so the perfect of James for 4 days may get L.A. to the second spherical. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if …
Disaster struck in OKC final week. Two of their three greatest gamers, Doncic and Reaves, have been injured in the sport and are out for weeks. Getting to the second spherical could be worthy of a celebration — and may give Doncic and Reaves an opportunity to return. Short of that, I do not see how the Lakers can really feel something however crushed by the misfortune of the finish of the common season. — Windhorst
Stat to know: The Lakers went an NBA-best 40-1 throughout the common season when main by way of three quarters.
Betting nugget: The Lakers are adjusting to life with out Doncic and Reaves, whereas James can be enjoying by way of a hand harm. With each sidelined, James returns to a major playmaking function this roster wasn’t constructed round. Their title odds have dropped to 150-1 to win the NBA championship, and they’re massive underdogs to win the collection in opposition to the Rockets (+550). — Moody
Round 1 matchup: Los Angeles Lakers
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 1.6%
NBA title odds: +6000
What to observe for in Round 1:
Houston appeared to beat a few of the points with chemistry that plagued it at occasions throughout the common season, however what occurs as soon as the stress is ratcheted up a notch in the playoffs? Remember, the Rockets are enjoying with out 4 high-level contributors (Fred VanVleet, Steven Adams, Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green) from final season’s squad, they usually’ve spent the majority of 2025-26 figuring out the anticipated kinks that got here with including a generational participant in Kevin Durant. — Wright
One massive query for the postseason:
Do the Rockets have a better? The blown leads all through the common season have been regarding, however these happened due to an lack of ability to constantly generate offense in late-game conditions. That’s partially a product of level guard VanVleet’s absence due to a season-ending injury. Durant, Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard and Alperen Sengun have proven enchancment, however can they rise to the second come playoff time? — Wright
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Jabari Smith Jr. He has been very common this season at basically 0.0 internet factors per 48 minutes at each ends of the court docket. But he was unhealthy in opposition to playoff-level teams and unhealthy in the clutch — and he really led the league in “threshold losses,” video games during which the Rockets “would have won” if he hadn’t performed. We do not actually know who the Rockets’ chief is, however they want Smith to step up in the event that they wish to get out of the first spherical. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if …
This staff is still very a lot discovering itself. Losers of six of 10 video games in mid-March, the Rockets responded by profitable 9 of their remaining 10, regardless that they still lack a confirmed level guard. Winning a collection could be an enormous step ahead for them, they usually might need an opportunity in opposition to a wounded Lakers staff. — Windhorst
Stat to know: Not solely did the Rockets lead the NBA this season in rebound differential, however their plus-8.6 mark was third greatest in league historical past since 1970-71.
Betting nugget: The Rockets have struggled in opposition to weaker competitors, with extra losses to sub-.500 teams than the Suns, Spurs, Lakers and Thunder. They additionally lean closely on Durant, who carries a 28.5% utilization charge, making them weak if defenses key in on him. Houston is simply 5-9 in video games determined by three or fewer factors, elevating considerations about their means to shut out tight matchups. — Moody
Round 1 matchup: Denver Nuggets
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 0.5%
NBA title odds: +9000
What to observe for in Round 1:
After two straight journeys to the West finals, the Wolves usually are not a bunch brimming with momentum heading into this postseason. They closed out the common season going 5-5 and completed eighth in defensive score, a slip from sixth a season in the past; they’re thirteenth in offensive score, once they have been eighth final season. Still, they’ve Anthony Edwards coming into his prime after averaging a career-best 28.8 factors, lots of the similar gamers from their previous couple of playoff runs in Julius Randle, Naz Reid, Rudy Gobert, Donte DiVincenzo and Jaden McDaniels, and rising contributors in Ayo Dosunmu and Bones Hyland. — McMenamin
One massive query for the postseason:
How wholesome are Edwards and McDaniels? Edwards sat out 10 out of 11 video games from mid-March by way of early April due to a right runner’s knee injury, and McDaniels not too long ago sat out six straight video games due to patellar tendinopathy and a bone bruise in his left knee. The Wolves proved by making it to the convention finals as the No. 6 seed final spring that they should not be underestimated as a decrease seed — however that is once they have been at full power. — McMenamin
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Edwards. He is the solely Timberwolves participant whose internet factors in opposition to playoff-level teams is above zero (plus-3.2 per 48 minutes). Zero means common, and most of them are under it. Edwards, who has handled a proper knee harm this season, has to lift the play of his teammates. For the file, final season’s Wolves got here from the No. 6 seed to the convention finals, however practically their complete rotation was constructive in opposition to playoff-level teams. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if …
Two of their three greatest gamers, Edwards and McDaniels, are going into the playoffs coping with accidents. Although Minnesota is still a harmful low seed, the idea of it making a 3rd straight convention finals looks as if a protracted shot. But that is the bar. — Windhorst
Stat to know: The beginning lineup of DiVincenzo, Edwards, McDaniels, Randle and Gobert performed 710 minutes collectively this season — that is greater than 150 minutes greater than another lineup in the league.
Betting nugget: The Timberwolves are lengthy pictures to win the Western Conference at +2200, in accordance with DraftKings. But they’re the solely staff in the NBA to have performed in every of the previous two convention finals. The Timberwolves even have an total profitable file in opposition to the prime two seeds in the West, with 4 wins and three losses in opposition to the Thunder and the Spurs, making them the uncommon lengthy shot with such stable justification. — Snellings
Western Conference play-in
Play-in matchup: Portland Trail Blazers
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 0.1%
NBA title odds: +60000
What to observe in the play-in:
Devin Booker is again in the postseason for the fifth time in the previous six years — together with his third totally different coach. Phoenix remade its staff with an offseason commerce with Houston, sending out Kevin Durant and bringing in Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks. The Suns additionally fired Mike Budenholzer and employed Jordan Ott, who constructed the staff right into a top-10 protection in his first season as a head coach. Booker is coming off one other All-Star season; Brooks had a profession yr; Collin Gillespie is a contender for most improved participant; and Grayson Allen was one among the greatest bench scorers in the league, all of which makes Phoenix no slouch as the No. 7 seed. — McMenamin
One massive query for the postseason:
Is the Suns’ regular-season success in opposition to San Antonio an indicator of how aggressive the collection can be? Phoenix went 2-2 in opposition to the Spurs, with a kind of losses — a 101-100 defeat on March 19 — coming with out Brooks obtainable. And if the Suns could make it a collection early, will San Antonio’s playoff inexperience work in Phoenix’s favor? — McMenamin
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Brooks. The Suns have been 30-19 and sixth in the West on Feb. 1. Brooks was coming off two of the greatest video games of his profession, posting plus-8.1 internet factors vs Cleveland and plus-10.2 vs Detroit in wins. Since then, the Suns are 14-17, and Brooks has sat out loads of video games — he fractured his left hand Feb. 21 and sat out greater than a month — and missed many pictures. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if …
It’s already profitable, no matter the postseason consequence. The Suns’ preseason projections ranked them thirteenth in the Western Conference, with win totals in the low 30s. Under Ott, they’ve exceeded expectations in nearly each manner. Their cap and draft-pick scenario is one other dialog. — Windhorst
Stat to know: The Suns completed the common season fifth in made 3s (14.8 per sport) and allowed the second-fewest 3s (12.2 per sport); that plus-2.6 differential ranked third in the league.
Betting nugget: The Suns are in the play-in, however the developments favor them. The No. 7 seed has reached the playoffs 100% of the time in the play-in period and holds an 8-2 file in the opening dwelling sport. The Suns are in a powerful place traditionally, however the play-in format is risky sufficient that issues can go mistaken rapidly. — Moody
Play-in matchup: Phoenix Suns
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 0.1%
NBA title odds: +200000
What to observe in the play-in:
The youth. Nobody is anticipating a deep run from the Blazers, however even a style of postseason basketball ought to have a development impact for the youngest layer of this evolving roster. Donovan Clingan has been spectacular the previous few months. How does he reply as the stakes elevate? Can Scoot Henderson end off what has been a rocky third season on a constructive word? Deni Avdija has emerged right into a professional go-to scorer for the Blazers, however playoff schemes and defensive focus are inclined to reveal extra about weaknesses in a star’s sport. The Blazers leveled up this season. They ought to get extra data over the subsequent couple of weeks on what number of ranges they still must go. — Anthony Slater
One massive query for the postseason:
Can their protection translate sufficient to maintain them aggressive? The Blazers have the fourth-ranked protection since the All-Star break. Clingan is an enhancing paint protector. Toumani Camara and Jrue Holiday hound on the perimeter. They can maintain teams down. Considering they must win by way of the play-in simply to get a crack at the Spurs or the Thunder — league-best defenses they are going to have a difficult time scoring in opposition to — they will have to succeed on the defensive finish to outlive. — Slater
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Camara. When he places collectively his offense together with his means to pressure turnovers, he’s Portland’s greatest participant. The downside is that he has completed that largely in opposition to unhealthy teams. Most of the remainder of the Blazers’ major rotation has been fairly good in opposition to playoff-level opponents. Camara must be no less than first rate offensively if they will make a dent. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if …
Already there. The Blazers are assured of no less than some postseason play and can get no less than one dwelling sport, which is important progress after 4 years in the NBA wilderness. With Avdija, Shaedon Sharpe and Clingan, a core is starting to take form in Portland. The Blazers have a protracted method to go, however the first steps have been taken. — Windhorst
Stat to know: The Blazers led the league in second-chance factors per sport (18.4). That is the second greatest by any staff since 1996-97 (the 2021-22 Grizzlies averaged 18.7)
Betting nugget: The Blazers are a powerful defensive staff this season. In reality, over the previous 15 video games, Portland has the prime defensive score in the NBA. Though Portland and Phoenix have gone over the complete in two of three matchups this season, bettors ought to word that protection sometimes tightens up in the playoffs. — Moody
Play-in matchup: Golden State Warriors
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 0.1%
NBA title odds: +70000
What to observe in the play-in:
After beginning 6-21, the Clippers completed 36-19 to finish coach Tyronn Lue’s problem to complete above .500 and qualify for the postseason. They’ll host the Golden State Warriors at Intuit Dome, with an opportunity to play the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the first spherical. As troublesome as that collection guarantees to be, it may be harder for the Clips to see former teammate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander suiting up on the different facet. — McMenamin
One massive query for the postseason:
After his most interesting season as a Clipper, what does Kawhi Leonard have in retailer for the playoffs? The former two-time NBA Finals MVP has been obtainable for solely 35 of the 50 postseason video games LA has performed since he left Toronto. With Paul George, James Harden and Ivica Zubac all gone, Leonard is the final man standing from the “Streetlights over Spotlights” period of the Clips. — McMenamin
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Leonard. The Clippers have confronted an uphill battle since their terrible begin to the season. There have been quite a lot of gamers who helped get them out of that gap, however Leonard has carried out at an All-NBA stage.
With an uphill battle in the playoffs and Leonard having one among his greatest seasons ever, he’s poised to guide a reasonably good group of veterans into a tricky matchup for a prime seed. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if …
It’s impossible they are going to attain any designation to make it so. The Clippers have had back-to-back largely wholesome seasons from Leonard and, still, may get nothing out of it. Their resolution to dump expertise at the commerce deadline despatched the sign throughout the NBA that they did not consider in the roster and wanted to begin a rebuild. — Windhorst
Stat to know: LA had the West’s third-best win share (.655) since Dec. 20, the day Chris Paul was despatched dwelling from the staff.
Betting nugget: The Clippers (-3.5, 220.5) took the regular-season collection 3-1 over the Warriors, together with a latest win with out Leonard, and have proven matchup success. But each teams have struggled in the play-in, with Los Angeles at 0-2 and Golden State 1-3. Though Leonard and Curry headline this matchup, the Clippers’ edge in earlier conferences and total depth may give them the benefit on this high-variance spot. — Moody
Play-in matchup: LA Clippers
BPI probability to make the NBA Finals: 0.1%
NBA title odds: +80000
What to observe in the play-in:
Kristaps Porzingis, on an expiring $30.7 million contract, represents one among the larger selections the Warriors’ entrance workplace must make this summer time. He brings a tantalizing ability set this staff lacks — a 7-footer who stretches the ground and protects the rim — however his questionable health and availability make him a danger. They have subsequent to zero information with him subsequent to Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. The match ought to work in idea, however the Warriors would really feel an entire lot extra comfy committing cash to Porzingis this summer time if they’ll see a handful of excessive leverage video games during which he’s wholesome sufficient to provide 30-plus minutes and is clicking with their core. — Slater
One massive query for the postseason:
Is it really higher for the Warriors to lose in the play-in? If the Warriors survive two street play-in video games, their reward can be a first-round collection with the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder, ready after every week of relaxation and prep. In doing so, they’d be giving up a 9.4% probability at a top-four choose in a loaded draft and, assuming they do not soar up in the lottery, sacrificing the eleventh choose for a slight tumble to fifteenth. The group will make an actual effort to succeed in the postseason for Curry and the veterans, however it is not obscure {that a} fast play-in loss, summer time of relaxation and probability at lottery luck is more healthy for the franchise. — Slater
Player who can swing the first spherical:
Curry. Let’s set this straight — there’s a technique for the Warriors to maneuver previous the first spherical that does not contain science fiction. That manner requires Curry to be the greatest he might be. He had back-to-back excellent video games in wins over San Antonio in November, posting plus-14.2 and plus-11.7 internet factors. That’s what Curry can still do, they usually want it. — Oliver
They will take into account this a profitable postseason if …
If Curry will get to play some playoff video games. That’s the bar this season. He would not have that many left, so any further prime-time video games are a bonus to a Hall of Fame profession. With Jimmy Butler out and a roster stuffed with holes, the Warriors usually are not going anyplace significant this spring. — Windhorst
Stat to know: The Warriors went 24-19 (.558 win share) in video games with Curry this season and 13-26 with out him (.333).
Betting nugget: The Warriors have made the playoffs in three of the previous six seasons, highlighted by their 2021-22 championship run. But outdoors of that title, their outcomes have been uneven, with early exits and missed alternatives. Their path is brutal, and although Curry retains them harmful, a scarcity of depth and consistency might be uncovered in a playoff collection. Golden State can be simply 2-8 in opposition to the unfold in its previous 10 video games in opposition to the Clippers. — Moody
