The NBA regular season has wrapped up its exciting run with memorable moments shaped by each team’s performance. As the playoffs approach, let’s take a look at how teams from the Western Conference fared this season.

Dallas Mavericks: F

Record: 39-43
The basics: 18th in offense, 20th in defense, 19th in net rating (-1.3)
Despite their star acquisitions, the Mavericks faced a tumultuous season, trading Luka Dončić and experiencing significant injuries, ending up in the play-in tournament.

Denver Nuggets: B

Record: 50-32
The basics: 4th in offense, 21st in defense, 9th in net rating (+3.8)
With a solid season defined by high expectations and transitioning personnel, the Nuggets still maintained competitiveness.

Golden State Warriors: A

Record: 48-34
The basics: 16th in offense, 7th in defense, 10th in net rating (+3.2)
Acquiring Jimmy Butler revitalized the Warriors, turning them into a lethal force.

Houston Rockets: A

Record: 52-30
The basics: 12th in offense, 5th in defense, 7th in net rating (+4.6)
The Rockets proved to be a formidable presence, capable of challenging any opponent in the playoffs.

Los Angeles Clippers: A+

Record: 50-32
The basics: 15th in offense, 3rd in defense, 5th in net rating (+4.9)
Unexpectedly rising above expectations, the Clippers excelled and showcased strong team performance.

Minnesota Timberwolves: B-

Record: 49-33
The basics: 8th in offense, 6th in defense, 4th in net rating (+5.0)
Overcoming their previous adversities, the Timberwolves are slowly reviving their competitive edge.

New Orleans Pelicans: D+

Record: 21-61
The basics: 25th in offense, 29th in defense, 29th in net rating (-9.4)
Injury-prone and underperforming, the Pelicans require substantial changes going into the next season.

Oklahoma City Thunder: A+

Record: 68-14
The basics: 3rd in offense, 1st in defense, 1st in net rating (+12.7)
Setting historical milestones, the Thunder faced only minor bumps during an otherwise stellar season.

Phoenix Suns: F

Record: 36-46
The basics: 13th in offense, 27th in defense, 23rd in net rating (-3.0)
The Suns failed to meet expectations and will be seeking a revamp this summer.

Sacramento Kings: D

Record: 40-42
The basics: 7th in offense, 22nd in defense, 15th in net rating (+0.6)
Despite being in the playoffs, a lackluster performance left many dissatisfied.

San Antonio Spurs: B-

Record: 34-48
The basics: 19th in offense, 25th in defense, 22nd in net rating (-2.8)
With notable injuries, the Spurs showed promise prior to setbacks.

Utah Jazz: D

Record: 17-65
The basics: 24th in offense, 30th in defense, 28th in net rating (-9.2)
The Jazz’s attempts to balance competition and development resulted in a disappointing outcome.