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Playoff Dreams Fade: 7 Teams Battle for 4 Spots
20 Mar
Summary
- Seven teams are vying for only 16 playoff spots, with four set to miss out.
- Injuries plague teams like the Trail Blazers, 76ers, and Warriors.
- The Clippers, despite a slow start, have shown strong offensive performance.
Seven NBA teams are currently competing for a limited number of playoff berths, with only 16 spots available, meaning four of these contenders will miss the postseason. Several teams, including the Portland Trail Blazers, Philadelphia 76ers, and Golden State Warriors, have been significantly hampered by injuries.
The Charlotte Hornets and Phoenix Suns, once strong stories this season, have seen their performance decline recently. The Charlotte Hornets, in particular, face a difficult path, potentially needing to win two play-in games to qualify.
The Toronto Raptors, currently slated for a play-in game, possess a defense ranked seventh but an offense that is only 18th in rating, indicating a less than ideal postseason recipe.
Despite a recent losing streak, the Los Angeles Clippers remain a significant threat due to their potent offense and the presence of star player Kawhi Leonard, who is among the league's best in Estimated Plus-Minus. Since a difficult 6-21 start, the Clippers have achieved a 28-14 record, showcasing the fourth-best offense and eighth-best net rating.
