This is a template that was created to easily update every article with the 2012 WNBA Western Conference standings. To use the update on any article, insert:

{{2012 WNBA Western Conference standings}}

To highlight the Los Angeles Sparks, insert:

{{2012 WNBA Western Conference standings|team=LAS}}

For the other teams, use:

• Minnesota Lynx – MIN
• Phoenix Mercury – PHO
• San Antonio Silver Stars – SAN
• Seattle Storm – SEA
• Tulsa Shock – TUL