The NBA season is approaching its stretch run, and as teams gear up for the playoffs, the landscape of the league is beginning to take shape. The contenders are separating themselves from the pretenders, and the race for playoff spots is heating up.
NBA stretch run reset: Where title contenders and playoff hopefuls stand right now
top of the standing, the Brooklyn Nets, Milwaukee Bucks, and Philadelphia 76ers are the clear favorites Eastern Conference. All three teams have superstar talent and have been among the best league all season. In the Western Conference, the Utah Jazz, Phoenix Suns, and Los Angeles Lakers are the teams to beat. The Jazz and Suns have been the surprise teams of the season, while the Lakers are hoping to get healthy for the playoffs.
there are several teams fighting for playoff spots. East, New York Knicks, Atlanta Hawks, Miami Heat, and Boston Celtics are all mix. West, Dallas Mavericks, Portland Trail Blazers, Memphis Grizzlies, San Antonio Spurs, and Golden State Warriors are battling for postseason berths.
As the season winds down, every game become more important, and the race playoff spots will only intensify. With playoffs just around the corner, NBA is sure to provide plenty of drama and excitement in weeks to come.