Celtics and Timberwolves Lead NBA Playoff Race as Regular Season Nears End

With just one week left in the regular season, the Boston Celtics and Minnesota Timberwolves secure top seeds in their respective conferences.

The Boston Celtics clinch the Eastern Conference regular season title with a 60-16 record, ensuring home-court advantage throughout the playoffs.
The Minnesota Timberwolves lead the Western Conference with a 53-23 record, closely followed by the Denver Nuggets.
In the Eastern Conference, teams like the Miami Heat and Philadelphia 76ers vie for higher seeds, while the Golden State Warriors aim for a play-in spot in the West.
The NBA Play-In Tournament is set to begin on April 16, determining the final playoff spots before the first round starts on April 20.
Key players, including Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, make significant returns, impacting the playoff race.