Before the 2025 NBA Playoffs tip off in earnest, eight teams will go head-to-head to determine the final spots in this week’s play-in tournament. On Tuesday night, the Magic dispatched the Hawks, and the Warriors survived a close game against the Grizzlies.
Things continue Wednesday night as the Chicago Bulls take on the Miami Heat, and the Sacramento Kings face the Dallas Mavericks, both on ESPN. The winners will play again Friday for a shot at the No. 8 seeds, while the losers will be eliminated. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 NBA Play-In Tournament, and check out our staff predictions for this week’s games here.
Wednesday, April 16
• (9) Chicago Bulls vs. (10) Miami Heat (7:30 p.m. ET, ESPN)
• (9) Sacramento Kings vs. (10) Dallas Mavericks (10 p.m. ET, ESPN)
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