NBA Playoff Bracket Predictor & Finals Predictions
Sixteen teams, four rounds, one Larry O'Brien Trophy. When the NBA playoffs arrive you'll fill out the entire bracket across both conferences, predict every series, and crown your NBA champion.
A free NBA bracket challenge for friend groups: lock your bracket, share one link, and watch a live leaderboard track who called the postseason best.
What you'll be able to predict
- Every first-round series in both conferences.
- The conference semi-finals and finals.
- Both NBA Finals teams.
- Your NBA champion.
- Series winners round by round.
Key facts
Contenders to watch
Recent contenders like the Boston Celtics, Oklahoma City Thunder, Denver Nuggets and a star-studded Western Conference head the title race.
Frequently asked questions
Is the the NBA playoffs prediction game free?+
Yes — predicting the NBA playoffs on Bracket Simulator is completely free. No fees, no premium tier, no catch.
When do the NBA playoffs predictions open?+
Predictions open about two weeks before the NBA playoffs gets underway. The countdown on this page shows exactly how long is left.
How does the NBA bracket challenge work?+
You fill out the full 16-team playoff bracket before the postseason starts, picking the winner of every best-of-seven series through to the Finals. Points land each round as series are decided.
Can I play the the NBA playoffs predictor with friends?+
Yes. You'll be able to start a private league for the NBA playoffs, share one invite link, and battle your friends on a live leaderboard.
Predictions open in 299 days. Free to play when it opens.