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What channel is Clippers vs. Warriors on today? Time, TV schedule to watch 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament game
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The Clippers and Warriors will face off on April 15 in the 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament, with the winner advancing to a second play-in game. Both teams are struggling, with the Clippers' Kawhi Leonard day-to-day and the Warriors on a three-game losing streak.
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The Clippers and the Warriors have made the postseason, but are currently only qualified for the play-in tournament.
As the two lowest seeds in the Western Conference, they will have to win two games to make it into the first round of the playoffs. The Clippers and the Warriors will play on Wednesday, April 15, with the winner advancing to a second play-in game on Friday, and the loser being eliminated from contention.
The Clippers had lost two games in a row before winning the regular-season finale over the Warriors. Kawhi Leonard didn't play in the Clippers' final game of the season with an ankle injury, but is considered day-to-day.
The Warriors got guard Steph Curry back during the final stretch of the season, but his addition didn't help the team avoid losses. They finished the regular season on a three-game losing streak, and have dropped seven of their last eight games.
Here's what you need to know about Wednesday's matchup between the Clippers and Warriors, including broadcast information and start time.
What channel is Clippers vs. Warriors on today?
- **TV channel:**None
- Live stream:Prime Video
Under the NBA’s new media rights agreement, every game of the 2026 Play-In Tournament will be streamed exclusively on Prime Video, marking the first time the entire tournament has shifted to a streaming-only platform.
Clippers vs. Warriors start time
- Date: Wednesday, April 15
- Time: 10 p.m. ET
The 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament game between the Clippers and Warriors is set to tip off at 10 p.m. ET on Wednesday, April 15, from the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.
The Clippers and the Warriors played four times during the regular season. The Warriors won the first one 98-79 in late October. The Clippers won the remaining three games: 103-102, 114-101, and 115-110. The most recent matchup was the teams' final regular-season game on Sunday. The Clippers won by five, and Warriors point guard Steph Curry remains on a minutes restriction.
The Clippers are not only looking for their first NBA Championship in franchise history, but are also still trying to make their first appearance in the NBA Finals. They have only been in the conference finals once, in 2021, but they lost the series 4-2 to the Phoenix Suns.
The Warriors' last championship came in 2022. Since then, they haven't made it past the conference semifinals.
NBA Play-In Tournament schedule 2026
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | Watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue., April 14 | Hornets vs. Heat | 7:30 p.m. | Prime Video |
| Suns vs. Trail Blazers | 10 p.m. | Prime Video | |
| Wed., April 15 | Sixers vs. Magic | 7:30 p.m. | Prime Video |
| Clippers vs. Warriors | 10 p.m. | Prime Video | |
| Fri., April 17 | Hornets/Heat winner vs. Sixers/Magic loser | 7:30 p.m. | Prime Video |
| Suns/Blazers loser vs. Clippers/Warriors winner | 10 p.m. | Prime Video |
NBA Playoffs schedule, key dates for 2026
Here are the key dates to know for the NBA Playoffs and offseason.
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Play-In Tournament | April 14-17 |
| First round begins | April 18 |
| Conference semifinals begin | May 4* |
| NBA Draft Lottery | May 10 |
| Eastern Conference finals begin | May 19* |
| Western Conference finals begin | May 20* |
| NBA Finals begin | June 3 |
| NBA Finals Game 7 (if necessary) | June 19 |
* Can move up depending on earlier series
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Q&A
What time is the Clippers vs. Warriors play-in game on April 15, 2026?
The Clippers vs. Warriors play-in game is scheduled for April 15, 2026, but the exact time has not been specified.
Which channel will broadcast the Clippers vs. Warriors game on April 15, 2026?
The game will be broadcast on the designated sports network, but the specific channel has not been mentioned.
What are the implications of the Clippers vs. Warriors game in the NBA Play-In Tournament?
The winner of the Clippers vs. Warriors game will advance to a second play-in game, while the loser will be eliminated from playoff contention.
Is Kawhi Leonard playing in the Clippers vs. Warriors game?
Kawhi Leonard is currently considered day-to-day due to an ankle injury and his participation in the game is uncertain.
