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The Oklahoma City Thunder secured the top seed in the Western Conference, clinching the best record in the NBA with a victory over the Los Angeles Clippers. Chet Holmgren and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder to a 64-6-2 record, their third straight West top seed, and seventh consecutive win.

In the West, the San Antonio Spurs claimed the second seed, defeating Portland despite the absence of Victor Wembanyama. DeAaron Fox scored 25 points for the Spurs. The Denver Nuggets solidified third place, with Nikola Jokic recording a triple-double in a victory over Memphis.

In the East, the Detroit Pistons secured the top seed, defeating Milwaukee. Cade Cunningham returned from injury, scoring 13 points and recording 10 assists. Jalen Duren led scoring with 21 points.

The Cleveland Cavaliers remained in the hunt for third place, holding off Atlanta. Donovan Mitchell scored 31 points. The Orlando Magic kept play-in hopes alive, winning their fourth straight game.

With the playoffs starting April 18th, the Thunder and Pistons will enjoy home-court advantage, setting up intense matchups as teams prepare for the postseason.

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