2021 playoffs arrive
The postseason fun gets rolling May 18 with the State Farm NBA Play-In Tournament followed by the playoffs on May 22.
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Headlines
- 2021 NBA Play-In Tournament schedule
- 8 teams, 4 spots: Play-In Tournament arrives
- Curry tops Beal for 2020-21 scoring crown
- LeBron backing Curry for Kia MVP this season
- Irving becomes 9th to achieve 50-40-90 season
- FAQ: How NBA Play-In Tournament works
- Warriors, Lakers to face-off in Play-In
- Draymond talks Warriors clinching No. 8 seed
- Pierce, Bosh headline 2021 Hall of Fame class
- Kobe, Duncan, Garnett enshrined in Hall
- Patriots BBC win inaugural BAL game
MUST-SEE HIGHLIGHTS
PLAYOFFS BEGIN MAY 22
01:542021 playoffs bracket set
Which matchup could be the most entertaining? Are there some surprise teams that could pull off a stunner?
8 hours ago
02:41Warriors, Lakers to face-off in Play-In
LeBron and AD facing off against Steph. This showdown could be fun ... and special.
7 hours ago
FAQ: How NBA Play-In Tournament works
The State Farm NBA Play-In Tournament will include teams with the 7th through 10th-highest winning percentages in each conference and take place May 18-21.
4 minutes ago
ANALYSIS
Who are the favorites in Eastern Conference?
Are the Jazz the team to beat in the West?
Warriors, Lakers to face-off in Play-In
Can Morant deliver for Grizzlies in Play-In?
Wizards face Celtics in Play-In clash
Ball, Hornets battle Pacers in Play-In
Who makes All-NBA First Team?
Ball or Edwards? Who will claim Kia ROY?
Will Jokic get enough help in postseason?
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