The NBA season typically runs from October to April, featuring 30 teams competing in an 82-game schedule. Each team plays games against others in their conference and division, aiming to secure a spot in the playoffs. After the regular season, the top eight teams from each conference advance to the NBA playoffs, which usually begin in mid-April and conclude with the NBA Finals in June. The playoffs consist of a series of elimination rounds, culminating in a championship series to determine the league champion for that season.