This is how the fierce battle will be in the play-in spots of the Western Conference

We are entering the final third of the regular season in the NBA with many uncertainties to resolve, but one of them is not knowing which ten teams will make it to the postseason in the Western Conference. There is a significant gap between the tenth-placed team and those behind, without any of those franchises interested in closing it. However, there is fierce competition to secure an advantageous position in the play-in.

Diverging trends, different goals, the feeling that the play-in is a necessary evil for some and a great success for others. All of this converges on the four teams currently occupying the 7th to 10th spots in the Western Conference, and based on all available indications, they will remain there competing to finish the season in the best possible position. While the Phoenix Suns may still hold hopes of avoiding this process by climbing to sixth place, both the Timberwolves and the Lakers appear to have a higher level.

Golden State Warriors are counting on Porzingis to provide enough help to compete in a play-in with a double chance, which means securing at least the eighth spot. This team should never be underestimated, and if they continue to grow and gain confidence, they could be a formidable opponent in the first round.

On the other hand, Portland Trail Blazers seems to have reached its peak capabilities, and the most likely scenario is dropping to tenth place, being surpassed by Los Angeles Clippers, who exhibit tremendous competitive hunger, embodied in Leonard. The Clippers are the team that could disrupt the season the most in the Western Conference because if they make it to the playoffs, they possess the talent and determination to surprise anyone.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Así será la feroz batalla en puestos de play-in de la Conferencia Oeste