With the regular season entering its final stretch, key teams in both conferences are battling for crucial playoff positioning. From the tight race for the top four in the West to the fight for the No. 2 seed in the East, the remaining schedule could decide who gains the edge before the postseason begins.

The NBA season may be winding down, but for 10 teams, the real battle is just beginning. With the Draft Lottery around the corner, franchises at the bottom of the standings are positioning themselves for a franchise-altering summer. From aggressive rebuilds to quick retools, the future of the league is about to shift — and BetNow breaks down exactly what’s next.