It's also possible that the game will be moved to an earlier time on Sunday afternoon on NBC, as it falls during the Winter Olympics.

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has spoken out with a strong message during the intense 2025 NBA Playoffs, calling for big changes in how the game is covered by the media. During a conversation on the Numbers on the Board podcast, Silver shared that while he respects the media’s role, he believes they need to shift their focus.

The NBA has already said it won't bring back the tournament format that was used in 2025. Here's what could happen instead.