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NBA: The potential long-term impact of the 2018 Western Conference playoff race

OAKLAND, CA - JANUARY 25: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts during their game against the Golden State Warriors at ORACLE Arena on January 25, 2018 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
OAKLAND, CA - JANUARY 25: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts during their game against the Golden State Warriors at ORACLE Arena on January 25, 2018 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
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Los Angeles Clippers

Record: 34-29 (8th)

The resilient, scrappy LA Clippers have gotten to this point in some of the most unlikely ways possible. They got rid of their two best players (Griffin and Paul) and have managed to patch together a roster that continues to fight its way into the playoff picture.

If the Clippers were to miss the playoffs it would be hard to criticize them. With the roster they currently have, they have no business being in the position they are in right now.

Regardless of where they finish, they should be satisfied with the performance of the team this season. The real questions for this team, however, really begin as soon as their season ends – whether that’s before or after a playoff run.