Playoff Bracket
Simulated postseason based on current standings
Based on standings as of May 9, 2026
Western Conference
Eastern Conference
First Round
Conf. Semis
Conf. Finals
Championship
Conf. Finals
Conf. Semis
First Round
LAL wins series 4-2
Rockets
52-30
Lakers
53-29
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MIN wins series 4-2
Nuggets
54-28
Timberwolves
49-33
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OKC wins series 4-0
Suns
45-37
Thunder
64-18
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SAS wins series 4-1
Trail Blazers
42-40
Spurs
62-20
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Upcoming Series
Timberwolves
49-33
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Spurs
62-20
Upcoming Series
Lakers
53-29
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Thunder
64-18
NBA Finals
Series 3-3
Cavaliers
52-30
Raptors
46-36
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NYK wins series 4-2
Hawks
46-36
Knicks
53-29
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Series 3-3
Magic
45-37
Pistons
60-22
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Series 3-3
Celtics
56-26
76ers
45-37
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Methodology: Series are simulated using a binomial probability model based on team net rating, win percentage, and home court advantage. The model calculates single-game win probabilities and extends them to best-of-7 outcomes.
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