The 2025 NBA Play-In Tournament features teams ranked seventh through 10th in each conference competing for the final two playoff spots. The tournament runs from April 15 to 18 and includes matchups like Orlando Magic vs. Atlanta Hawks and Golden State Warriors vs. Memphis Grizzlies. Winners advance as No. 7 seeds, while losers get another chance on Friday.
The Play-In Tournament airs on TNT and ESPN, with streaming options available on platforms like Max and DirecTV. The tournament precedes the 2025 NBA Playoffs, which commence on April 19 with games like Bucks at Pacers and Clippers at Nuggets. The Play-In Tournament mirrors college basketball's First Four, expanding the field of playoff contenders before the official playoffs begin.