NBA Playoff Frenzy: Final Day Battles Set Stage for Postseason
April 13, 2024The Boston Celtics have clinched the No. 1 overall seed as the NBA regular season nears its end.
A significant playoff battle is underway in the Western Conference, with the Thunder, Timberwolves, and Nuggets vying for the top seed.
The Los Angeles Clippers and Dallas Mavericks are set for a playoff face-off.
A crucial match between the Lakers and the Pelicans will determine the No. 8 seed and play-in tournament entry.
In the Eastern Conference, the Bucks, Cavaliers, and Knicks are competing for the No. 2 seed.
Multiple teams are in contention for the remaining two automatic playoff spots in both conferences.
The last day of regular season play is poised to be highly competitive with both playoff positioning and NBA draft lottery odds at stake.
Summary based on 22 sources
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USA TODAY • Apr 12, 2024
NBA playoff picture: How the final weekend of regular season can shape NBA playoff bracketLos Angeles Times • Apr 13, 2024
Stakes clear for Lakers: Beat Pelicans and finish 8th in West - Los Angeles TimesAP News • Apr 13, 2024
The last day of the NBA regular season is Sunday. Expect chaos and lots of it