the current number one seed in the west, is the LA Lakers. Ever since picking up Pau Gasol, the Lakers have been almost unbeatable. They are in a little bit of a slump though, losing three of their last seven games. the big test is coming up today, when they will travel to Houston to try to end a 21 game winning streak. if the Lakers lose this game, they will lose the number one seed. Gasol is out for the game, so the Lakers will have to beat Houston without him, it wont be easy either way. If they do win it will boost confidence, and the Lakers will be an even stronger candidate for the Championship.