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The final standings for the Western Conference have been confirmed, with the Oklahoma City Thunder clinching the top spot with a 64-18 record.
The San Antonio Spurs finished second at 62-20, followed by the Denver Nuggets in third (54-28) and the Los Angeles Lakers in fourth (53-29).
Here are the matchups for the Play-In Tournament:
Phoenix Suns vs. Portland Trail Blazers (The winner advances to face the Spurs in the playoffs, while the loser gets a second chance). Los Angeles Clippers vs. Golden State Warriors (The winner will play the loser of the Suns-Blazers game for a playoff spot against the Thunder).
The Western Conference playoff matchups are as follows:
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns or Portland Trail Blazers or Los Angeles Clippers or Golden State Warriors
San Antonio Spurs vs. Phoenix Suns or Portland Trail Blazers. Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves. Los Angeles Lakers vs. Houston Rockets.
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