Map of NBA Team Locations: Your Guide to the League’s Geography

Want to know where your favorite NBA teams are located? You’ve come to the right place. This comprehensive guide dives into the exciting world of the NBA, exploring the geographical locations of all 30 teams, helping you understand the league’s layout and plan your ultimate NBA road trip!

Navigating the NBA Landscape: East vs. West

The NBA is divided into two conferences: the Eastern and Western Conferences. Each conference has 15 teams, further grouped into three divisions based on their geographical location. Let’s start our journey by exploring the Eastern Conference:

Eastern Conference: Atlantic Division

Boston Celtics: Boston, Massachusetts
Brooklyn Nets: Brooklyn, New York
New York Knicks: New York City, New York
Philadelphia 76ers: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Toronto Raptors: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Eastern Conference: Central Division

Chicago Bulls: Chicago, Illinois
Cleveland Cavaliers: Cleveland, Ohio
Detroit Pistons: Detroit, Michigan
Indiana Pacers: Indianapolis, Indiana
Milwaukee Bucks: Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Eastern Conference: Southeast Division

Atlanta Hawks: Atlanta, Georgia
Charlotte Hornets: Charlotte, North Carolina
Miami Heat: Miami, Florida
Orlando Magic: Orlando, Florida
Washington Wizards: Washington, D.C.

Western Conference: Northwest Division

Denver Nuggets: Denver, Colorado
Minnesota Timberwolves: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Oklahoma City Thunder: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Portland Trail Blazers: Portland, Oregon
Utah Jazz: Salt Lake City, Utah

Western Conference: Pacific Division

Golden State Warriors: San Francisco, California
LA Clippers: Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles Lakers: Los Angeles, California
Phoenix Suns: Phoenix, Arizona
Sacramento Kings: Sacramento, California

Western Conference: Southwest Division

Dallas Mavericks: Dallas, Texas
Houston Rockets: Houston, Texas
Memphis Grizzlies: Memphis, Tennessee
New Orleans Pelicans: New Orleans, Louisiana
San Antonio Spurs: San Antonio, Texas

Planning Your NBA Road Trip

Now that you have a better understanding of where each team is located, you can start planning your dream NBA road trip! Imagine catching a Celtics game at the TD Garden in Boston, then hopping on a train to see Kevin Durant and the Nets battle it out at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

NBA Team Locations: FAQs

How many NBA teams are in Canada?
There is currently one NBA team in Canada: the Toronto Raptors.

Which state has the most NBA teams?
California takes the lead with four NBA teams: the Los Angeles Lakers, LA Clippers, Golden State Warriors, and Sacramento Kings.

Are there any NBA teams that share an arena?
Yes, two pairs of NBA teams share arenas: