2025 NBA Playoff Outlook: Standings, Projections, and Clinches as Celtics Secure Spot
Analyzing the current status of the NBA playoffs as teams gear up in the final month of the regular season.
As the 2024-25 NBA regular season nears its conclusion, the playoff race intensifies. This article provides the latest snapshot of the standings with only a month left to play.
The top seed appears solidified for both conferences. The Cleveland Cavaliers lead with a significant margin over the Boston Celtics, while in the West, the Oklahoma City Thunder have comfortably secured a playoff berth.
The Celtics, after their recent victory over the Miami Heat, have ensured their place, further distancing themselves from the New York Knicks.
Who’s Clinched?
- Celtics have secured a playoff position in the East.
- Cavaliers have clinched a playoff spot in the East.
- Thunder have locked in a playoff berth in the West.
Current Eastern Conference Standings
| Rank | Team | W | L | GB | Playoff Chances |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cleveland - x | 56 | 10 | – | 100% |
| 2 | Boston | 48 | 19 | 8.5 | 100% |
| 3 | New York | 42 | 23 | 13.5 | 100% |
| 4 | Milwaukee | 37 | 28 | 18.5 | 88.5% |
Key Dates for the 2025 NBA Playoffs
- April 13: Last day of the regular season
- April 15-18: Play-In Tournament
- April 19: Start of the playoffs
- June 5: NBA Finals commence
With the playoff picture rapidly forming, eyes will remain on the upcoming games and potential outcomes for the teams aiming to secure their spots.
