As the NBA season approaches the playoffs, teams in the Western Conference are intensifying their push to secure a postseason berth. The Los Angeles Lakers are among those working to solidify their position as the regular season winds down.
Western Conference Playoff Race Heats Up
The NBA is less than a month away from the 2025-26 regular season turning to the playoffs. Competition across the league is intensifying as Eastern and Western conference teams are working to secure their spots in the postseason — or turning their attention to the offseason.
The last month of the regular season is hectic for all 30 teams, especially those positioning for seeding in the playoffs — or play-in tournament. Some teams are fine-tuning and evaluating their play as the postseason landscape remains in flux.
Lakers’ Postseason Outlook
The remaining regular-season games are crucial for teams positioning for seeding in the playoffs or the play-in tournament.
Spurs’ Rising Threat
Victor Wembanyama’s presence makes the Spurs a dangerous playoff team.
Regardless of the standings, the last month of the regular season is hectic for all 30 teams, especially those positioning for seeding in the playoffs — or play-in tournament.