What teams are in the Northwest Division of the NBA?
The Northwest Division consists of the Denver Nuggets, the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Portland Trail Blazers and the Utah Jazz.
Questions about Northwest Division (NBA)
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When was the Northwest Division created?
The Northwest Division was created at the start of the 2004-05 season, when the NBA expanded from 29 to 30 teams by adding the Charlotte Bobcats and realigned each conference into three divisions.
Which team has won the most Northwest Division titles?
The Seattle SuperSonics-Oklahoma City Thunder franchise has won the most Northwest Division titles, with eight, including the most recent championship in the 2024-25 season.
Why did the Seattle SuperSonics become the Oklahoma City Thunder?
The SuperSonics relocated to Oklahoma City prior to the 2008-09 season and were renamed the Thunder, while remaining a member of the Northwest Division.
Who is the Sam Jones Trophy named after in the Northwest Division?
The Sam Jones Trophy is named after Hall of Famer Sam Jones, who played his entire NBA career for the Boston Celtics from 1957 to 1969 and never played for a team now in the Northwest Division. He was an assistant coach for the Utah Jazz during their first NBA season, in 1974-75, when the team was based in New Orleans.
How many wins did the Northwest Division's playoff teams have in the 2009-10 season?
In the 2009-10 season, all four Northwest Division teams that qualified for the playoffs won more than 50 games each.