Lakers clinched homecourt for playoffs’ first round, but seeding still at play
By Khobi Price
Published on April 11, 2026.
The Los Angeles Lakers have secured homecourt advantage for their first round playoff series, following a win over the Suns. The Lakers are guaranteed to be a top-four seed in the Western Conference for the playoffs, with the Timberwolves (48-33) and the Rockets (51-30) already in the fifth seed respectively. However, seeding still remains uncertain. The Nuggets (53-28) are currently in control of third seed, but the Lakers (52-29) have a chance at finishing at No. 3 for the second consecutive season. If the Lakers finish as the third seed they would face the Timberwolves in the 3-6 and 4-5 playoff West series.
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