Today's look at the NBA's Western Conference playoff picture:
| PLAYOFF TEAMS | ||
| Team | Record | Games behind |
| 1. Houston | 58-14 | |
| 2. Golden State | 54-18 | 4 |
| 3. Portland | 44-28 | 14 |
| 4. Oklahoma City | 44-30 | 15 |
| 5. New Orleans | 43-30 | 15.5 |
| 6. San Antonio | 43-30 | 15.5 |
| 7. Minnesota | 42-31 | 16.5 |
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