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NBA Playoff Bracket Finalized as Play-In Matchups Begin Tuesday

The Warriors face the Grizzlies and the Magic take on the Hawks in the opening games, with injuries to key players raising questions for Golden State.

Apr 13, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Kevin Huerter (13) shoots the ball against Philadelphia 76ers center Adem Bona (30) in the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The NBA regular season concluded with the Western Conference standings decided on the final day, securing playoff spots for the Clippers and Timberwolves.
  • The Clippers clinched the No. 5 seed after an overtime victory against the Warriors, who dropped to the play-in tournament to face the Grizzlies for the No. 7 seed.
  • The Timberwolves secured the No. 6 seed with a win over the Jazz, setting up a first-round playoff matchup against the No. 3 seed Lakers.
  • Concerns arise for the Warriors as Stephen Curry deals with a thumb injury and Jimmy Butler recovers from a leg contusion ahead of their play-in game.
  • The play-in tournament begins Tuesday, with the Magic hosting the Hawks and the Warriors hosting the Grizzlies to determine the No. 7 seeds in each conference.