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When Do the NBA Playoffs Start 2027?
2027 NBA PlayoffsUnited States and Canada
First tip-off
By WTIT Time Desk·Updated
The 2027 NBA Playoffs start on Saturday, April 17, 2027, the day after the Play-In Tournament ends. First-round matchups and tip-off times are confirmed once the Play-In is complete, and this page updates automatically.
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NBA Playoffs 2027 Key Dates
- April 11: regular season ends
- April 13 to 16: Play-In Tournament
- April 17: first round begins
- June: NBA Finals (dates to be announced)
How the NBA Playoffs Work
Sixteen teams, eight from each conference, play four best-of-seven rounds: the first round, the conference semifinals, the conference finals and the NBA Finals. Seeds 1 to 6 qualify directly and seeds 7 and 8 come from the Play-In Tournament.
Playoff Tip-off Times in Every Time Zone
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NBA Playoffs 2027 FAQ
When do the NBA playoffs start in 2027?
Saturday, April 17, 2027.
How many teams make the NBA playoffs?
Sixteen, eight from each conference, including two from each conference through the Play-In Tournament.
How long is each playoff series?
Every round is best of seven: the first team to win four games advances.