NBA Playoff Chase Nears Conclusion with 89 Games Left

As the NBA playoff chase intensifies, 23 of the 30 teams are still competing for postseason spots with just over a week left in the regular season. In the Eastern Conference, the playoffs are set for Cleveland, Boston, New York, and Indiana, with Detroit and Milwaukee close to joining them, while Orlando and Atlanta remain in the hunt for play-in spots. The Western Conference sees Oklahoma City leading the standings, with Houston, the Lakers, Denver, and Golden State holding playoff positions; Minnesota and the Clippers are vying for a chance to avoid the play-in round. Upcoming matchups include significant games that could influence playoff seeding, such as the Warriors facing the Lakers and the Grizzlies taking on the Heat. The play-in tournament begins on April 15, with the No. 7 and No. 8 finishers from each conference competing for playoff spots. BetMGM Sportsbook currently favors Oklahoma City to win the NBA title at +175, followed closely by Boston at +190.