Discover the Final NBA Standings 2017 West and Which Teams Made Playoffs

Looking back at the 2017 NBA Western Conference standings, I still remember how fiercely competitive the playoff race was that year. As someone who’s followed the league closely for over a decade, I can confidently say that the West has always been a battlefield, but 2017 took it to another level. The phrase "Nasa rebuilding pa kami ngayon, pero 'yung papaano sila mag-commit, iba talaga" resonates deeply here—it’s a reminder that even teams in transition showed incredible commitment, shaping one of the most memorable seasons in recent memory. Let me walk you through how things unfolded and why certain teams stood out.

The Golden State Warriors dominated the conference with a stellar 67-15 record, securing the top seed with what felt like effortless precision. Having watched Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant in action, I’ve got to admit, their offensive chemistry was simply breathtaking. Right behind them, the San Antonio Spurs clinched the second spot at 61-21, showcasing Gregg Popovich’s timeless coaching genius. But what really caught my eye was the Houston Rockets at third place with 55 wins—James Harden’s MVP-caliber season transformed them into an offensive juggernaut. The LA Clippers and Utah Jazz rounded out the top five, though I’ve always felt the Jazz were underrated that year; their defensive grit, led by Rudy Gobert, made them a dark horse in the playoffs.

Moving down the standings, the Oklahoma City Thunder grabbed the sixth seed with 47 wins, largely thanks to Russell Westbrook’s historic triple-double season. As a fan, watching him carry that team was both thrilling and exhausting—you could see the sheer will in every game. The Memphis Grizzlies and Portland Trail Blazers took the seventh and eighth spots with 43 and 41 wins respectively. I’ll be honest, the Blazers’ late surge impressed me; Damian Lillard’s clutch performances down the stretch were a masterclass in leadership. Meanwhile, teams like the Denver Nuggets and New Orleans Pelicans just missed out, finishing with 40 and 34 wins. It’s funny, looking back, I think the Pelicans had the pieces but struggled with consistency—something that "Nasa rebuilding pa kami ngayon" hints at, where rebuilding phases test a team’s resolve.

In the playoffs, the Warriors ultimately swept through the West, but not without drama. The Spurs’ Kawhi Leonard’s injury in the conference finals was a heartbreaking turn, and I still wonder how that series might have played out if he’d stayed healthy. Reflecting on it all, the 2017 West was a testament to how commitment, even amid rebuilding, can define legacies. From my perspective, seasons like this remind us why we love basketball—it’s not just about wins, but the stories of resilience along the way.