The records reflecting team performance during the specified period provided a snapshot of team successes and failures. These records catalogued wins and losses for each team within their respective conferences (Eastern and Western) and divisions during the 2013-2014 schedule. The final standings determined playoff seeding. For example, the team with the best record in each conference secured the top seed.
The final results carried considerable weight, influencing postseason matchups and dictating home-court advantage throughout the playoffs. Teams prioritized securing a favorable standing to increase their likelihood of advancing in the playoffs and contending for the championship. Analyzing past performances allows teams, analysts, and fans to assess team strategy, player contributions, and identify areas for improvement in subsequent seasons.