The Oklahoma City Thunder have clinched the first seed. Not surprising considering they've held a double-digit game lead in the standings for most of the season. But let's look at the rest of the West playoff picture.

While the Lakers punched their ticket to the postseason on Wednesday, another team saw its postseason hopes come to an end. The Phoenix Suns were eliminated after their loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Here's a look at the NBA standings following the Lakers' playoff clinch and Suns' elimination.

The Los Angeles Lakers blew out the Thunder on Sunday in a 126-99 game. Luka Doncic and LeBron James sent a message to the West's top seed with a dominating win and led by as many as 29 points.

The Oklahoma City Thunder play the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday, and if you’re looking to do some last-minute betting research, you’re in luck! We’ll give you the latest point spread, money line odds and over/under number,

Pregame analysis and predictions of the Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns NBA game to be played on April 9, 2025 on ESPN.

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Rui Hachimura drains the no-look dime from LeBron James to pad the Lakers' lead. ESPN BET Sportsbook is owned and operated by PENN Entertainment, Inc. and its subsidiaries ('PENN'). ESPN BET is available in states where PENN is licensed to offer sports wagering.

The Oklahoma City Thunder travel on the road to face the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday. This is the start of a three-game road trip. This will be the season's third matchup between the squads. OKC won the first two with its latest victory on Feb.

Based on current records, players missing due to injury, remaining opponents and other factors, here's a final projection of the 2025 NBA playoff bracket. The Pacers are getting hot at the right time,