Eastern Conference Playoff Seeds Locked In

The 2025 NBA playoffs are shaping up as the Eastern Conference playoff picture becomes crystal clear! Thanks to the Indiana Pacers’ unfortunate loss to the Orlando Magic and the Milwaukee Bucks’ dominance over the Detroit Pistons, the playoff brackets are officially set.

**East Play-In Matchups:** - **No. 7 Orlando Magic vs. No. 8 Atlanta Hawks** - **No. 9 Chicago Bulls vs. No. 10 Miami Heat** **East First-Round Matchups:** - **No. 1 Cleveland Cavaliers vs. No. 8 Winner of Orlando/Atlanta/Miami/Chicago** - **No. 2 Boston Celtics vs. No. 7 Winner of Orlando/Atlanta** - **No. 3 New York Knicks vs. No. 6 Detroit Pistons** - **No. 4 Indiana Pacers vs. No. 5 Milwaukee Bucks**

Western Conference Drama Unfolds!

In stark contrast, the Western Conference remains a thrilling nail-biter! With the Oklahoma City Thunder clinching the No. 1 seed and the Houston Rockets locked in at No. 2, the Los Angeles Lakers have an opportunity to secure the No. 3 seed with a crucial win over Houston tonight.

Five teams—including the Denver Nuggets, L.A. Clippers, Golden State Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Memphis Grizzlies—are all in the mix, separated by a mere game. The West’s playoff scenario is bound to create some high-stakes matchups this weekend!

Lakers Hold Strong!

The Lakers solidified their playoff position with a pivotal victory over the Dallas Mavericks, marked by Luka Dončić’s emotional return. Meanwhile, the Golden State Warriors remain in control of their playoff destiny despite a recent setback against the San Antonio Spurs. With their standings intertwined, all eyes will be on how the final games unfold this weekend.

Current Playoff Picture Snapshot

**Who’s Locked In?** - All Eastern Conference seeds are officially set. - The Thunder and Rockets have secured the top two spots in the West. - The Lakers are a lock, as are the Kings and Mavericks, who will be battling in the Play-In Tournament.

Breaking Down the Current Bracket