This is a template that was created to easily update every article with the 1980–81 NBA Central Division standings. To use the update on any article, insert:

{{1980–81 NBA Central standings}}

To highlight the Milwaukee Bucks, insert:

{{1980–81 NBA Central standings|team=MIL}}

For the other teams, use:

• Chicago Bulls – CHI
• Indiana Pacers – IND
• Atlanta Hawks – ATL
• Cleveland Cavaliers – CLE
• Detroit Pistons – DET