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Western Conference Standings
| Team | GB | |
| 1. | y-LA Lakers | -- |
| 2. | * San Antonio | 8.0 |
| 3. | Houston | 10.5 |
| 4. | * Denver | 11.0 |
| 5. | New Orleans | 11.0 |
| 6. | Utah | 11.5 |
| 7. | Portland | 11.5 |
| 8. | Dallas | 12.5 |
| 9. | Phoenix | 17.5 |
| 10. | Golden State | 29.0 |
| 11. | Minnesota | 32.5 |
| 12. | Oklahoma City | 34.5 |
| 13. | Memphis | 35.0 |
| 14. | LA Clippers | 37.0 |
| 15. | Sacramento | 38.0 |