The final win-loss records for each team in the National Basketball Association during the 2017-2018 regular season determined playoff seeding within each conference. These records provided a snapshot of team performance over an 82-game schedule and illustrated relative strengths within the Eastern and Western Conferences. For instance, a team with a significantly better record than another would secure a higher playoff seed and home-court advantage in corresponding playoff series.
These final records hold considerable value for several reasons. They represent the culmination of a season’s worth of competition, reflecting team cohesion, player health, coaching strategies, and player acquisitions or trades throughout the year. Historically, examining these records allows for comparisons across different eras of the league, revealing trends in team composition, offensive or defensive styles, and the overall competitiveness within each conference. These results provide context for evaluating the success or failure of team management and strategic decisions.