The LA Clippers secured the 5th seed in the Western Conference playoffs by defeating the Golden State Warriors 124-119 in overtime. The Denver Nuggets claimed the 4th seed with a 126-111 victory over the Rockets, despite recent coaching changes. The Timberwolves clinched a spot and will face the Lakers, while the Warriors will now be in the play-in tournament against Memphis.
The regular season's final day saw intense competition with playoff implications for multiple West teams. The Clippers' win over the Warriors, featuring standout performances from Kawhi Leonard and James Harden, settled the playoff picture. Meanwhile, the Timberwolves' victory secured their spot and highlighted the competitive atmosphere as teams jockeyed for playoff position.