The NBA’s Western Conference has given out all its invitations to the post-season party. Now all the remains is the seating chart.

The post-season is set in the West. The following teams are confirmed as playoff bound: LA Lakers, Dallas, Denver, Utah, Phoenix, Oklahoma City, San Antonio, and Portland. But other than LA, who leads the West by 5 games, all of the other seeds are up for grabs. Just 3 games separate 8th from 2nd place, and four teams are tied for the second best record.

Given the recent news that Bynum did not suffer and ACL tear, you can bet that no one wants to face the Lakers early. That places even more importance on getting in the 2nd or 3rd position. I also wouldn’t want a first rounder with a dangerous Oklahoma City team. Given the weapons they have, they could take almost anyone down. Phoenix remains a fan favorite and Amare’s recent play could propel them as spoilers. A healthy Brandon Roy improves Portland’s chances and Dallas has played some terrific basketball since the fleecing of Washington for Caron Butler and Brandon Haywood.

Only a week and a half remain of the regular season. While many teams are planning vacations or tanking to get a better draft slot, 7 teams in the West will be fighting for their playoff life — even though they’ve already qualified.

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