"NBA In-Season Tournament: Standings, Confusion, and Excitement"

The Denver Nuggets and Golden State Warriors secured victories in the inaugural NBA in-season tournament, placing them at the top of their respective groups. The top team from each group, along with the best second-place side in each conference, will advance to the quarterfinals. The Nuggets are favored in the West, boasting depth and chemistry from their championship run, while the Warriors are the clear favorite in Group C, having already defeated their biggest threat, the Sacramento Kings.