As we approach the final stretch of the 2024-25 NBA regular season, the race for playoff seedings is heating up. Teams are jockeying for position, and every game matters as we head towards the postseason. Stay updated with the latest standings as we bring you daily updates until the end of the regular season on April 13.
The Thunder have secured the No. 1 seed in the West, guaranteeing them home-court advantage through the early rounds of the playoffs. Meanwhile, the Cavaliers are holding onto the top spot in the East, despite a recent slump, with the Celtics close behind.
In the West, the battle for the No. 2 seed is intensifying, with the Rockets, Nuggets, Lakers, and Grizzlies all in contention. The standings have been tight since March, making it an exciting race to watch.
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Here is the current playoff picture as of March 23, 2025:
Who’s clinched?
- The Thunder have clinched the No. 1 seed in the West.
- The Cavaliers have secured a playoff spot in the East.
- The Celtics have also clinched a playoff berth in the East.
NBA playoff picture
Playoff chances are based on SportsLine simulations.
Eastern Conference standings
Western Conference standings
x = clinched playoff spot
As a reminder, the top six teams in each conference automatically qualify for the playoffs, while the Play-In Tournament will determine the final four spots. Exciting matchups await as the season draws to a close.
The East has a clear top six emerging, while teams in the West are fighting for positioning as the regular season winds down. Keep an eye on the Timberwolves and Clippers as they aim to secure playoff berths.
2025 NBA playoffs: Key dates
- April 13: Final day of the regular season
- April 15-18: Play-In Tournament
- April 19: Start of the playoffs
- May 12: NBA Draft Lottery
- June 5: NBA Finals begin
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