Printable 2026 Golden State Warriors Play-In Schedule: Dates, Matchups, and TV – Sports Brackets
Here’s the printable 2026 Golden State Warriors play-in schedule for you. The Golden State Warriors (No. 10 seed) will face the Los Angeles Clippers (No. 9 seed) in a win-or-go-home NBA Play-In Tournament game on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. The game tips off at 10:00 PM ET (7:00 PM PT) and will be broadcast exclusively on Amazon Prime Video. If the Warriors win, they will play the loser of the Suns/Blazers game on Friday for the final No. 8 playoff spot.
Warriors 2026 Play-In Schedule and Path to the Playoffs
The Warriors must win two consecutive games to secure a spot in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. They are in win-or-go-home mode this week. Here’s the schedule for you.
| Game | Date | Matchup | Time (ET) | Network |
| Elimination Game | Wed, April 15 | Warriors @ Clippers | 10:00 PM | Prime Video |
| Play-In Final* | Fri, April 17 | TBD vs. Warriors | 10:00 PM | Prime Video |
How the Warriors Can Make the 2026 Playoffs
Since the Warriors finished as the 10th seed, their path is the most difficult:
- Wednesday: Must beat the Clippers in LA. (Loser is eliminated).
- Friday: Must beat the loser of (7) Phoenix vs. (8) Portland.
- Result: If they win both, they become the No. 8 seed and face the No. 1 Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round starting Sunday, April 19.
Additional NBA Playoff Resources
FAQ: Warriors Postseason Info
Question: When is the Warriors’ next playoff game? Answer: The Warriors play the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 10:00 PM ET.
Question: Is the Warriors game on local TV (NBC Sports Bay Area)? Answer: No. All 2026 NBA Play-In games are exclusive to national partners. The Warriors vs. Clippers game is only available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: Who do the Warriors play if they win the Play-In? Answer: If the Warriors win two Play-In games, they will face the No. 1 seed Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round of the Western Conference Playoffs.
