Today's look at the NBA's Western Conference playoff picture:
| PLAYOFF TEAMS | ||
| Team | Record | Games behind |
| 1. Houston | 53-14 | |
| 2. Golden State | 51-16 | 2 |
| 3. Portland | 41-26 | 12 |
| 4. Oklahoma City | 41-29 | 13 |
| 5. New Orleans | 39-28 | 14 |
| 6. Minnesota | 40-29 | 14 |
| 7. L.A. Clippers | 37-29 | 15. |