Cleveland Cavaliers Playoffs 2027
Cleveland Cavaliers 2027 playoff page. The Cavaliers are 0-0, 2nd in the Central with a 0 point differential. If the season ended today they would be the No. 6 seed in the East (top six, magic number 83).
Next up: away at the Philadelphia 76ers (0-0) on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM EDT. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.000 record, including 17 games against teams currently in playoff position.
Cavaliers Playoff Outlook
Next game
at 
Philadelphia 76ers (0-0)
What it takes
Magic number 83: any combination of Cavaliers wins and New York Knicks losses adding up to 83 clinches a berth.
Remaining schedule
25 games left · opponents’ record 0.000 · 17 vs current playoff teams
Central Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Conf | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Chicago Bulls | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 2 | Cleveland Cavaliers | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 3 |  Detroit Pistons | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 4 |  Indiana Pacers | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 5 |  Milwaukee Bucks | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
Projected Path to NBA Finals
- First Round: at #3 Brooklyn Nets
- Semis: likely at #1 Atlanta Hawks
- Conf. Finals: East title game, higher seed hosts
- NBA Finals: Home arena of the team with the better record, Jun 3, 2027
Season Trend
Cavaliers Playoff Push: 2026-27 Recent Results and Upcoming Games
| # | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at 76ers | 0-0 | ||
| 2 | vs  Nets #3 | 0-0 | ||
| 3 | vs  Timberwolves #8 | 0-0 | ||
| 4 | vs  Wizards | 0-0 | ||
| 5 | at  Hawks #1 | 0-0 | ||
| 6 | at Bucks #10 | 0-0 | ||
| 7 | vs  Thunder #10 | 0-0 | ||
| 8 | at Thunder #10 | 0-0 | ||
| 9 | vs 76ers | 0-0 | ||
| 10 | vs  Knicks | 0-0 | ||
| 11 | at  Hornets #4 | 0-0 | ||
| 12 | at Knicks | 0-0 | ||
| 13 | at  Heat #9 | 0-0 | ||
| 14 | vs  Mavericks #1 | 0-0 | ||
| 15 | vs Bulls #5 | 0-0 | ||
| 16 | vs  Grizzlies #7 | 0-0 | ||
| 17 | at Bulls #5 | 0-0 | ||
| 18 | vs Pacers #8 | 0-0 | ||
| 19 | at Knicks | 0-0 | ||
| 20 | vs Heat #9 | 0-0 | ||
| 21 | vs Pacers #8 | 0-0 | ||
| 22 | at Bulls #5 | 0-0 | ||
| 23 | vs  Warriors #3 | 0-0 | ||
| 24 | vs  Spurs | 0-0 | ||
| 25 | at  Magic | 0-0 |
This Cleveland Cavaliers playoffs page refreshes after every Cavaliers game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the East playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Cleveland Cavaliers playoffs FAQ
Are the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2027 playoffs?
As of today, yes: they hold the No. 6 seed in the East, with a magic number of 83 to clinch.
What seed would the Cavaliers be?
No. 6 in the East (top six).
Who leads the Central?
Chicago Bulls (0-0); the Cavaliers are 2nd.
When is the next Cavaliers game?
Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM EDT, away at the Philadelphia 76ers.
How hard is the Cavaliers remaining schedule?
25 games left against opponents with a combined 0.000 record; 17 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Cavaliers clinch a playoff spot?
Win the Central, or finish with one of the five best records among East non-division-winners. Current magic number: 83.
What is the Cavaliers record at home and on the road?
0-0 at home, 0-0 away; 0-0 in the division and 0-0 in the conference.