The NBA's Western Conference playoff and play-in tournament races are more than what commissioner Adam Silver could have ever hoped.
There are still eight teams that could end up in the West play-in tournament. The remaining teams battling for the playoffs are also battling for seeding -- and the right to avoid the play-in altogether.
After Sunday's games, the Nos. 5 and 8 seeds are separated by a half game. The LA Clippers and Golden State Warriors are tied at No. 5 with 41-38 records, while the Los Angeles Lakers and New Orleans Pelicans are tied at No.