The road to the 2026 NBA Finals begins with high-stakes basketball this April. Before the official playoffs tip off, the action starts with the electrifying Play-In Tournament, where the teams ranked 7th through 10th in each conference battle for the final two playoff spots. It's a four-day sprint of win-or-go-home drama that sets the tone for the entire postseason.

Mark your calendars: the tournament runs from April 14th through the 17th, immediately following the conclusion of the regular season on April 12th. The victors will advance to join the top six seeds in each conference when the first round of the NBA Playoffs officially begins on Saturday, April 18th.

For the 2026 tournament, all the pivotal play-in games will be streamed exclusively on Prime Video. This means you'll need an Amazon Prime subscription to catch every minute of the live action. A subscription costs $14.99 per month or $139 annually and includes the streaming service alongside other Prime benefits.

Here is the complete schedule for the 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament. All times are listed in Eastern Time and all games will be broadcast live on Prime Video.

Tuesday, April 14
7:00 PM: Eastern Conference 7th vs. 8th Seed Game
9:30 PM: Eastern Conference 9th vs. 10th Seed Game

Wednesday, April 15
7:00 PM: Western Conference 7th vs. 8th Seed Game
9:30 PM: Western Conference 9th vs. 10th Seed Game

Friday, April 17
8:00 PM: Eastern Conference Final Eliminator Game
10:30 PM: Western Conference Final Eliminator Game

Gear up for the intensity. Whether you're cheering for a bubble team fighting for its playoff life or just a fan of incredible basketball under pressure, the Play-In Tournament delivers unforgettable moments. Get ready to watch the next chapter of NBA history unfold.