2025 NBA Play-In Tournament: Schedule, teams, scenarios and how it works

Damian Lillard is traveling with the Bucks to Indianapolis but has not set a timeline for his return, stating he will play once he feels physically ready. He has been cleared from deep vein thrombosis and is off blood thinners, allowing him to practice fully with the team ahead of the playoffs; however, he will miss Game 1 against the Pacers. The Bucks are hopeful for Lillard's return as they face the Pacers in the...

Breaking their NBA play-in tournament curse, the Warriors earned a playoff spot to face the Rockets, with whom they have a storied playoff history. To secure four wins against the No. 2-seeded Rockets, the Warriors must focus on four keys: protecting the ball, freeing Steph Curry from tough defenders, and managing the size mismatch between their smaller backcourt and Houston's larger lineup. By minimizing turnovers and maximizing Curry's scoring opportunities, the Warriors aim to leverage...

The 2025 NBA playoffs are about to start, featuring exciting first-round matchups and key questions in both conferences. In the East, the primary concerns revolve around whether the Cleveland Cavaliers can genuinely challenge the Boston Celtics and if Giannis Antetokounmpo will contemplate a trade if the Milwaukee Bucks face another early exit. Meanwhile, in the West, discussions focus on the importance of playoff experience, with teams like the Warriors and Rockets vying to prove their...

Anthony Chiang reported that Kevin Love is away from the Heat due to ongoing personal reasons. For the upcoming play-in game, the Heat will be missing Nikola Jovic (hand) and Kevin Love (reconditioning), while Pelle Larsson (ankle) is available. Additionally, other players like Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro are ruled out for the regular-season finale due to rest, alongside several others dealing with injuries or personal issues. Full Article

The NBA regular season has concluded, prompting fantasy basketball managers to pivot their focus towards the upcoming 2025-26 season, with five bold predictions emerging. Anthony Edwards is expected to lead the league in scoring, having averaged a career-high 27.6 points per game this past season, while Kevin Durant might be traded to the Mavericks as they seek to bolster their roster after trading Luka Doncic. Additionally, players like Immanuel Quickley, Onyeka Okongwu, and Matas Buzelis...