| Rk | Team | Conf | Prev Rec |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BOS - Celtics | Eastern | 68-26 |
| 2 | LA - Lakers | Western | 61-32 |
| 3 | SF - Warriors | Western | 55-37 |
| 4 | STL - Hawks | Western | 29-51 |
| 4 | SYR - Nationals | Eastern | 43-42 |
| 6 | DET - Pistons | Western | 42-48 |
| 7 | CIN - Royals | Eastern | 44-40 |
| 8 | NY - Knicks | Eastern | 29-51 |
| 9 | CHI - Zephyrs | Western | 18-62 |