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When Is the NBA Play-In Tournament 2027?
2027 NBA Play-In TournamentHome arenas of the higher seeds
First tip-off
Tue, Apr 13, 2027Time TBAUpdated as soon as it is announced
Days to go2027 NBA Play-In Tournament
By WTIT Time Desk·Updated
The 2027 NBA Play-In Tournament runs from Tuesday, April 13 to Friday, April 16, 2027, right after the regular season ends on April 11. Matchups and tip-off times are set once the final standings are known, and this page updates automatically.
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How the NBA Play-In Tournament Works
- Teams that finish 7th to 10th in each conference take part.
- The 7th seed hosts the 8th seed. The winner earns the No. 7 seed in the playoffs.
- The 9th seed hosts the 10th seed. The loser is eliminated.
- The loser of the 7 vs 8 game hosts the winner of the 9 vs 10 game. The winner earns the No. 8 seed.
NBA Play-In Tournament 2027 Dates
- April 13 and 14: first round, 7 vs 8 and 9 vs 10 in each conference
- April 15 and 16: games for the No. 8 seeds
- April 17: the playoffs begin
Play-In Tip-off Times in Every Time Zone
Start time not announced yet. This table fills in automatically once the time is confirmed.
NBA Play-In Tournament 2027 FAQ
When does the 2027 NBA Play-In Tournament start?
Tuesday, April 13, 2027.
How many teams are in the Play-In Tournament?
Eight: the teams finishing 7th to 10th in the East and in the West.
When do the 2027 NBA playoffs start?
Saturday, April 17, 2027, the day after the Play-In Tournament ends.