The 2026 NBA playoff picture is officially complete.
Following Sunday’s slate of games, the Eastern and Western Conference playoff brackets are set, locking in the matchups that will shape the league’s postseason. With the regular-season finish determining final positioning, teams now shift from jockeying for seeding to preparing for the start of playoff play.
What’s set
Both conference brackets were finalized after Sunday’s results, confirming the full postseason field and establishing the path through each conference. The finalized brackets also provide the framework for the playoff schedule and the sequence of games to come.
What’s next
With matchups now confirmed, the focus moves to the postseason calendar, along with ongoing coverage of scores, news and highlights as the playoffs begin. The bracket set-up will guide each team’s route through the Eastern and Western Conferences as the championship chase gets underway.