How It Works
Fill out your bracket before the tournament starts, earn points for correct predictions, and climb the leaderboard.
Create Your Bracket
Select your predicted winner for each match, starting from Round 1 all the way to the Final.
Compete with Friends
Share your bracket and compete against others on the leaderboard. See how your picks stack up.
Track & Brag
Watch your points accumulate as matches complete. Rise up the leaderboard and claim bragging rights!
Points System
Later rounds are worth more points. Pick the champion correctly for the biggest reward!
| ROUND | MATCHES | POINTS EACH |
|---|---|---|
| Round of 128 | 64 | 1 |
| Round of 64 | 32 | 2 |
| Round of 32 | 16 | 4 |
| Round of 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Quarterfinals | 4 | 16 |
| Semifinals | 2 | 32 |
| Final | 1 | 64 |
BONUS POINTS
Common Questions
When do brackets lock?
Your bracket locks when the first match of the tournament begins. Make sure to complete all your picks before then!
Can I change my picks?
Yes, you can edit your bracket as many times as you want until the tournament starts. After that, all picks are final.
Is there real money involved?
No! Golden State Brackets is purely for fun and bragging rights. No betting or real money changes hands.
What happens if a player withdraws?
If a player withdraws before their match, their opponent advances automatically. Predictions for that match are voided (no points awarded or deducted).
Ready to Play?
Create your bracket now and start making your predictions.