The NBA has released the official 2026 Conference Semifinals schedule, confirming start dates, tip-off times, and national broadcast coverage for all four matchups. The second round begins on May 4 and May 5, with games spread across ABC, ESPN, NBC/Peacock, and Prime Video. All series follow a 2-2-1-1-1 format and are subject to change.
In the Western Conference, the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder will face the Los Angeles Lakers in a series opening on May 5 in Oklahoma City. Game 1 is scheduled for 8:30 PM ET on NBC/Peacock, followed by Game 2 on Prime Video. The series shifts to Los Angeles for Games 3 and 4, including a national ABC broadcast on May 9. Potential Games 5 through 7 remain TBD depending on results.
The Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers begin their Eastern Conference Semifinals on May 5 at 7:00 PM ET in Detroit. Games 1 and 2 will be played on NBC/Peacock and Prime Video before the series moves to Cleveland for Games 3 and 4. A potential Game 7 is scheduled for May 17 in Detroit if the series extends the full distance.
The San Antonio Spurs and Minnesota Timberwolves open their Western Conference Semifinals on May 4 in San Antonio. Game 1 is set for 9:30 PM ET, with ESPN and NBC/Peacock handling early broadcasts in the series. Minnesota hosts Games 3 and 4, with Game 4 scheduled for a 7:30 PM ET tip. Remaining games are listed as necessary based on the outcome.
In the Eastern Conference, the New York Knicks face the Philadelphia 76ers in a series beginning May 4 at Madison Square Garden. Game 1 tips at 8:00 PM ET on NBC/Peacock, followed by Game 2 on ESPN. The series moves to Philadelphia for Games 3 and 4, with ABC carrying Game 4 on May 10. A potential Game 7 is set for May 17 in New York.
