The NBA Playoffs is a postseason tournament held annually in the National Basketball Association to determine the league champion. It typically begins in mid-April and features the top eight teams from each conference, the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference, competing in a series of elimination rounds. Teams play best-of-seven series, meaning the first team to win four games advances to the next round. The playoffs culminate in the NBA Finals, where the champions of each conference face off for the championship title. The playoffs are known for their intense competition and showcase the best talent in professional basketball.