Today's look at the NBA's Western Conference playoff picture:
| PLAYOFF TEAMS | ||
| Team | Record | Games behind |
| 1. Houston | 62-15 | |
| 2. Golden State | 56-21 | 6 |
| 3. Portland | 48-29 | 14 |
| 4. San Antonio | 45-32 | 17 |
| 5. Oklahoma City | 45-33 | 17.5 |
| 6. Utah | 44-33 | 18 |
| 7. Minnesota | 44-34 | 18.5 |
| 8. New Orleans | 43-34 | 19 |
| OUTSIDERS | ||
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