| Rk | Team | Conf | Prev Rec |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SYR - Nationals | Eastern | 40-37 |
| 2 | BOS - Celtics | Eastern | 51-31 |
| 3 | PHI - Warriors | Eastern | 37-37 |
| 5 | MIN - Lakers | Western | 36-42 |
| 6 | DET - Pistons | Western | 34-41 |
| 7 | NY - Knicks | Eastern | 36-36 |
| 8 | CIN - Royals | Western | 31-41 |
| 8 | STL - Hawks | Western | 31-41 |