NBA: Breaking down the 2018 playoff race in the Western Conference
By Trey Flynn
1. Houston Rockets (44-13)
Along with the Toronto Raptors being at the top of the Eastern Conference, this one-seed is by far the biggest surprise of the NBA standings as a whole.
The Houston Rockets have all of their naysayers in awe of their beautiful play as of late.
James Harden, Chris Paul, and Clint Capela are 28-1 when healthy on the court this season.
I repeat: 28 Wins – 1 Loss
The ability to have a potential Hall of Fame Point Guard in Chris Paul play with the second unit of Houston, separates the Rockets from the rest of the West.
I know what you’re thinking: The Warriors are still in the West, right?
Yes, they are.
Fortunately for the Rockets, being the probable first seed tends to uplift a team against any opponent.
Disclaimer: James Harden and Chris Paul have not proven themselves in the playoffs, so these Rockets may just implode.