(7) Winner of play-in (3) Rockets vs. (6) Clippers (4) Nuggets vs. (5) Lakers * As of 2/4/2025 Sixteen teams in total make the NBA playoffs, eight teams from both the Eastern and Western Conference.

The Lakers and Mavericks have reportedly combined for a stunning trade that will send Luka Dončić to Los Angeles in exchange ...

but could move up to May 3-4 if the playoff series ends early. The 2025 NBA conference finals begin on May 21-22, but could move up to May 19-20 if the playoff series end early. The NBA Finals ...