NBA Power Rankings: The rising Thunder just took down two heavyweights
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.
Top Teams in the Power Rankings
It's finally 2024, and 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.
Returning Stars and Trade Deadline Approaching
A few stars are making their way back from injuries, as Kyrie Irving returns for the Dallas Mavericks, Kawhi Leonard for the LA Clippers and Bradley Beal for the Phoenix Suns. But as the NBA trade deadline approaches in February, teams are starting to reevaluate their needs. What are teams missing in their lineups? Who will make a blockbuster trade? And which star needs a change of scenery? Let's check in with our first Power Rankings of 2024!
Top Teams in Eastern and Western Conferences
The Boston Celtics currently hold the top spot in the power rankings with a record of 26-7. They are followed closely by the Milwaukee Bucks and the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Oklahoma City Thunder and the Denver Nuggets round out the top five. The Golden State Warriors and the Brooklyn Nets are struggling to find their footing this season, currently sitting near the bottom of the rankings.
