Teams are racing into the new year as the battles for the top spots in the Eastern and Western conferences remain tight. Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers have stopped a post-in-season tournament slide, defeating the Milwaukee Bucks three times this season as their budding rivalry continues. And the Sacramento Kings have climbed back into our top 10 after an up-and-down December.
Draymond Green's return to the Warriors is uncertain as he remains on indefinite suspension.
A look at the latest NBA power rankings, with the Thunder and Clippers making their way into the top five, while the Celtics hold onto the top spot.
The recent games between the Milwaukee Bucks and Indiana Pacers have seen heightened intensity and potential for a budding rivalry.
The Detroit Pistons ended their NBA record losing streak at 28 games with a victory over the Toronto Raptors, thanks to a stellar performance by Cade Cunningham.
Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon has returned to practice after sustaining lacerations from a dog bite.
The New York Knicks have acquired forward OG Anunoby in a trade that sends RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley, and a draft pick to the Toronto Raptors.
The Detroit Pistons continue to face challenges as their losing streak reaches a record-tying 28 games.