NBA standings after 12 games: Celtics maintain lead, Nuggets close gap
Boston leads the NBA with 30 points after 12 games, as Denver and Milwaukee chase, and a crowded mid‑table battle intensifies.
The NBA’s early‑season table after 12 games shows a clear leader but a tightening race across the league. Boston Celtics sit on top with 30 points from a 10‑2 record, the strongest win‑loss ratio at this stage. Denver Nuggets are three points behind, holding 27 points on a 9‑3 record, keeping them within striking distance of the summit. Milwaukee Bucks occupy third with 24 points, an 8‑4 record that keeps them in contention but leaves them six points shy of the lead. Los Angeles Lakers and New York Knicks are tied for fourth on 21 points each, both with 7‑5 records, illustrating a congested middle of the table. Golden State Warriors and Phoenix Suns share sixth place, each with 18 points from a 6‑6 split, highlighting parity among teams fighting for playoff spots. At the bottom of the top ten, Dallas Mavericks have 15 points (5‑7), while Philadelphia 76ers and Minnesota Timberwolves are level on 12 points (4‑8), underscoring the early pressure to climb the standings.
