This classic Eastern Conference rivalry dates back to the 1950s, when the Celtics and Knicks were both founding members of the NBA. With iconic players and memorable games, this rivalry marks the beggining of sportjunkies’ top 10.

This Texas rivalry has produced some of the greatest playoff matchups in recent NBA history, with stars like Dirk Nowitzki, Tim Duncan, and Tony Parker leading their respective teams. With both franchises boasting strong fan bases and a history of success, this rivalry is sure to continue for years to come.

This Pacific Northwest rivalry was at its peak in the 1990s, when the Trail Blazers and SuperSonics faced each other in the playoffs multiple times. With stars like Clyde Drexler, Gary Payton, and Shawn Kemp leading their respective teams, this rivalry was known for its intense, physical play.

The Big Apple rivalry has its main characters as the top dogs of New York basketball and their rivalry is intense. The fans love to talk trash about each other and it's a never-ending battle to see who's better.

This rivalry reached its peak in the 1990s, when the Knicks and Heat faced each other in the playoffs multiple times, often in contentious, physical matchups. With stars like Patrick Ewing, Alonzo Mourning, and Tim Hardaway leading their respective teams, this rivalry produced some of the most memorable moments of the era.

This rivalry reached its peak in the mid-2010s, when LeBron James led the Cavaliers and Stephen Curry led the Warriors in back-to-back NBA Finals matchups. With both teams boasting some of the best players in the game today, this rivalry is sure to continue for years to come.

This rivalry dates back to the 1960s, when the Celtics and 76ers faced each other in the playoffs seven times in eight years. With legends like Wilt Chamberlain, Bill Russell, Julius Erving, and Larry Bird leading their respective teams, this rivalry has produced some of the most iconic moments in NBA history.

These two Western Conference powerhouses have faced each other in the playoffs numerous times over the years, with both teams boasting some of the greatest players in NBA history, including Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal, Tim Duncan, and Tony Parker.

Known as the "Bad Boys," the Pistons were notorious for their physical, bruising style of play, which often targeted Michael Jordan and the Bulls. This rivalry reached its peak in the late 1980s and early 1990s, with the Pistons winning two NBA championships before the Bulls broke through and won six titles of their own.