NBA  2017-18: Playoff scenarios heading into the regular season finale

EASTERN CONFERENCE

Unlike the West, things are a little simpler in the East.

Philadelphia 76ers & Cleveland Cavaliers

LeBron James and Ben Simmons

Best Case Scenario: 3rd Seed

Worst Case Scenario: 4th Seed

With one game to go, the 76ers currently hold a one-game lead over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Their seasons series with the defending East champs is tied at 2 games apiece but then the tiebreaker goes to the Cavaliers, as they are the Central Division Champions. The 76ers just need to win on Wednesday to seal the 3rd seed. Things get interesting once they lose.

Milwaukee Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo

Best Case Scenario: 6th Seed

Worst Case Scenario: 8th Seed

Things should have gone smoother in Milwaukee once Jason Kidd was fired but that didn't happen. The Bucks have been one of the most inconsistent teams this season. The equation for them is really simple - if they win they clinch the 6th seed, or else they could drop to the 8th seed.

Washington Wizards

Washington Wizards

Best Case Scenario: 6th Seed

Worst Case Scenario: 8th Seed

Another very inconsistent team but they sort of had an excuse - John Wall's injury. It's a little complicated for the Wizards. If they lose in their final game against the Orlando Magic, they finish with the 8th seed and face the Raptors in the first round. If they win, they could jump to the seventh seed but that's only if Miami loses.

Miami Heat

Goran Dragic and Dwyane Wade

Best Case Scenario: 6th Seed

Worst Case Scenario: 8th Seed (can't be 7th)

Easily the least talented team in the Playoff picture but they are a hard-working unit that relies heavily on the coaching staff and their system. It's simple for the Heat, they have to win their final game to be the highest seed possible.