If the total score at the end of regulation of the second match is even, endless overtime is played.
The first game is played at the home arena of the team with the lowest regular season ranking.
The winner of the match between the 7th and 8th qualifies for the playoffs and faces the 2nd in the general ranking.
The winner of the second round qualifies for the playoffs and faces the 1st in the general ranking.
The seeding is decided based on the regular season for the 6 first teams, the 7th and 8th coming from the play-ins.