The 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament begins on April 14, featuring four teams competing for playoff spots. All games will be streamed live on Prime Video, starting with a doubleheader on Tuesday night.
The 2026 NBA Playoffs officially tip off on Tuesday, April 14, with the start of the Play-In Tournament. Throughout the next few days, four teams will be eliminated from the postseason, while four teams will punch their tickets to the full playoff bracket.
Every game throughout the Play-In Tournament will be streamed live on Prime Video.
It all starts with a doubleheader on Tuesday night, followed by a doubleheader on Wednesday. The loser of each game for the No. 7 seed in their respective divisions will advance to a do-or-die game on Friday night.
In the opening game on Tuesday, the Charlotte Hornets face the Miami Heat in an elimination game, while the Phoenix Suns and Portland Trail Blazers battle for the No. 7 seed out West.
On Wednesday, the Philadelphia 76ers and Orlando Magic kick things off in the early game for the No. 7 seed in the East, while the Los Angeles Clippers and Golden State Warriors play for their postseason lives.
A full look at the 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament can be seen below.
What teams are playing in the 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament?
The Charlotte Hornets will face the Miami Heat, while the Phoenix Suns will battle the Portland Trail Blazers.
When does the 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament start?
The tournament officially starts on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
How can I watch the 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament games?
All games during the Play-In Tournament will be streamed live on Prime Video.
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