We're into the second half of the NBA season, which means that in addition to the race for each conference's top spot and the battle for the basement... the race for NBA Play-In Tournament odds is again a discussion.
The Atlanta Hawks are the only team that looks firmly destined for the pre-playoffs playoffs... while the Blazers, Clippers, and Warriors are near-locks to participate in the West's four-team mini tourney.
NBA Play-In Tournament odds
Eastern Conference play-in tournament odds
Here are the NBA Play-In Tournament odds for the Eastern Conference.
| Game | Odds | Record | Current Seed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawks | -320 | 24-25 | 9 |
| 76ers | -150 | 25-21 | 6 |
| Bulls | -140 | 23-24 | 10 |
| Hornets | -120 | 20-28 | 11 |
| Magic | -110 | 24-22 | 7 |
| Heat | +105 | 25-23 | 8 |
| Raptors | +140 | 29-20 | 4 |
| Cavaliers | +475 | 29-20 | 5 |
| Knicks | +900 | 29-18 | 2 |
| Celtics | +1000 | 29-18 | 3 |
| Bucks | +1000 | 18-27 | 12 |
| Pistons | +20000 | 34-11 | 1 |
Western Conference play-in tournament odds
Here are the Western Conference NBA Play-In Tournament odds:
| Game | Odds | Record | Current Seed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trail Blazers | -1100 | 23-25 | 9 |
| Clippers | -1000 | 22-24 | 10 |
| Warriors | -750 | 27-22 | 8 |
| Suns | -120 | 28-19 | 7 |
| Lakers | +145 | 28-18 | 5 |
| Timberwolves | +220 | 29-19 | 6 |
| Grizzlies | +600 | 18-27 | 12 |
| Rockets | +900 | 28-17 | 4 |
| Nuggets | +1200 | 31-16 | 3 |
| Mavericks | +3000 | 19-28 | 11 |
| Spurs | +3000 | 32-15 | 2 |
| Pelicans | +25000 | 12-37 | 15 |
Cash your ML bets quicker with bet365's early win payout!
Take advantage of the early win payout at bet365, where any pre-game NBA moneyline bet gets paid out as a winner if your team goes up by 20+ points!
Learn more about this feature, and all of bet365's offerings, with our comprehensive bet365 review!
21+. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER
NBA Play-In Tournament schedule
The schedule for the SoFI NBA Play-In Tournament, which runs from Tuesday, April 14 to Friday, April 17, will be released when the regular season ends.
Popular NBA futures odds
- NBA championship odds
- NBA MVP odds
- NBA Rookie of the Year odds
- NBA Most Improved Player odds
- NBA Defensive Player of the Year odds
What is the NBA Play-In Tournament?
The NBA Play-In Tournament is a relatively new wrinkle in the league's playoff format. Instead of the Top 8 teams all being guaranteed playoff spots, the 7-through-10 seeds in each conference are entered into a mini-tournament, taking place shortly after the regular season's conclusion, determining the East and West's final two playoff spots.
NBA Play-In Tournament format
Here's how the Play-In Tournament works:
For each conference, the 7 and 8 seeds earn double-elimination status and play each other, while the 9 and 10 seeds play in a single-elimination game. The winner of the 7-8 game earns the No. 7 seed, while the loser of the 7-8 game then plays the winner of the 9-10 games for the No. 8 seed.
From there, the playoffs begin in earnest, following the traditional bracket format.
Covers NBA betting tools
When was the NBA Play-In Tournament introduced?
The Play-In Tournament was introduced, in a beta concept form, for the 2020 season as part of the league's plans for a bubble re-launch during the heights of the COVID-19 pandemic — originally just with the 8 and 9 seeds playing.
After positive initial impressions from both fans and media, the Play-In Tournament was expanded to its current format and introduced, however unideal the timing, for a 2020-21 season that was already marred by pandemic absences and injuries.
NBA Play-In Tournament trends
- 2023 marked the first upsets in the opening round of games, with the lower seed taking three of the four games.
- 2023 was fruitful for the eventual success of play-in teams, with the 7-seed Los Angeles Lakers going on a run to the Western Conference Finals, and the 8-seed Miami Heat making it all the way to the NBA Finals.
Not intended for use in MA.
Affiliate Disclosure: Our team of experts has thoroughly researched and handpicked each product that appears on our website. We may receive compensation if you sign up through our links.
NBA Play-In Tournament Odds FAQ
The SoFI NBA Play-In Tournament features the Nos. 7-10 seeds in each conference to decide the No. 7 and 8 seeds for the playoffs.
The Nos. 7 through 10 seeds in each conference are entered into the play-in.
The Hawks, 76ers, Bulls, and Hornets are favored to participate in the East, while the Trail Blazers, Clippers, Warriors, and Suns are currently expected to play in the West.
