NBA Playoffs Squares: The Complete Setup Guide for Your Group
Squares is the most accessible sports game there is — no knowledge required, just luck and a grid. Set it up before tipoff, assign random numbers, and pay out after each quarter. ValueBet automates the whole thing.
Squares is the great equalizer. Your friend who has never watched basketball has the same shot as your group's analyst. That's exactly why it works for playoff watch parties.
How Squares Works
A 10x10 grid gives you 100 squares. Members buy squares, random numbers 0-9 are assigned after the grid fills, and winners are determined by the last digit of each team's score at the end of each quarter.
Setting Up on ValueBet
Create a Squares contest inside your club, set the chip value per square, and share the link. ValueBet handles grid assignment, number randomization, and payout calculation automatically.
→ Don't have a club yet? Learn what a private betting club is and how to start one in under 5 minutes.Best Payout Structures
Standard: Q1 15%, Q2 15%, Q3 15%, Final 55%. Or go equal quarters for more action. ValueBet lets you customize the payout split per contest.
→ Want to keep your group engaged beyond game night? The Host Playbook covers multi-format club strategy.Set up your NBA Playoffs squares game in under 2 minutes.
Create your free club →FAQ
When should I lock the squares grid?
Lock it at tipoff so numbers are assigned randomly after all squares are sold. This prevents anyone from gaming their square selection.
What if not all 100 squares are filled?
You can run a smaller grid (5x5 = 25 squares) or allow members to buy multiple squares.
Can I run squares for multiple playoff games?
Yes — you can create a new Squares contest for each game inside your club.