(9) Detroit Pistons (37-41, eliminated)
(10) Charlotte Hornets (34-45, eliminated)
(11) Chicago Bulls (27-51, eliminated)
(12) New York Knicks (27-51, eliminated)
(13) Brooklyn Nets (26-53, eliminated)
(14) Orlando Magic (24-54, eliminated)
(15) Atlanta Hawks (22-57, eliminated)

The Pistons and Hornets hung around as long shots to make the postseason for much of the run of this column, but they were both officially (and mercifully) eliminated from playoff contention this week.