The NBA playoffs are set to begin this Saturday, with exciting first-round matchups across both conferences.
The NBA’s postseason is set, and the battle for the championship is about to begin. After an intense regular season, the league’s playoff picture is complete, with the first-round matchups officially confirmed.
The first games of the playoffs will tip off this Saturday, and basketball fans across the globe are eagerly awaiting the action.
In the Eastern Conference, the Miami Heat and Orlando Magic clinched their spots in the playoffs after a successful run in the play-in tournament.
The Heat made NBA history by becoming the first team ever to reach the postseason from the 10th seed.
Out West, the Golden State Warriors and Memphis Grizzlies sealed their places in the playoffs.
Eastern Conference:
- Cavaliers (1) vs. Heat (8)
- Celtics (2) vs. Magic (7)
- Knicks (3) vs. Pistons (6)
- Pacers (4) vs. Bucks (5)
Western Conference:
- Thunder (1) vs. Grizzlies (8)
- Rockets (2) vs. Warriors (7)
- Lakers (3) vs. Timberwolves (6)
- Nuggets (4) vs. Clippers (5)
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