| Rk | Team | Conf | Prev Rec |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BOS - Celtics | Eastern | 55-28 |
| 2 | PHI - Warriors | Eastern | 40-40 |
| 2 | SYR - Nationals | Eastern | 42-33 |
| 4 | STL - Hawks | Western | 49-34 |
| 5 | DET - Pistons | Western | 36-43 |
| 6 | MIN - Lakers | Western | 19-53 |
| 6 | NY - Knicks | Eastern | 35-37 |
| 8 | CIN - Royals | Western | 33-41 |