The culmination of the National Basketball Association season is decided through a championship series involving the winners of the Eastern and Western Conferences. This series determines the overall league champion. A team must secure a specific number of victories to claim the title.
The structure of this final series has remained consistent for many years, providing a predictable and exciting conclusion to the basketball season. This consistency allows for strategic planning by teams and heightened anticipation among fans. The series format balances the need for a definitive outcome with the opportunity for teams to demonstrate resilience and adaptability.