The 2026 NBA Playoffs are set to begin on April 18, featuring thrilling matchups across both conferences. Notable games include the Los Angeles Lakers facing the Houston Rockets and the Oklahoma City Thunder, who have the best regular-season record, starting their playoff journey against either the Phoenix Suns or the Golden State Warriors. The playoffs will run through May, with the NBA Finals scheduled to commence on June 3. Fans can catch the action on major networks such as ABC and ESPN. The first round includes several exciting matchups, with teams competing fiercely to advance to the next stages of the tournament.