Playoffs are a series of games held at the end of a sports season to determine the champion of a league or tournament. Teams that perform well during the regular season qualify for the playoffs, where they compete in elimination rounds. The format can vary, but typically, teams face off in a best-of series or single elimination matches. In many sports, such as basketball, football, and hockey, playoffs create excitement as teams strive for victory. The final teams that win their respective playoff series advance to the championship game, where the ultimate winner is crowned the champion of the league or tournament.