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NBA power rankings, odds to win title: Thunder, Cavs, Celtics rolling
A week before the NBA's trade deadline, USA TODAY Sports looks at where teams stand and their chances of winning the title:
2025 NBA Power Rankings: Lakers move up after huge wins vs. Celtics, Warriors
While James was quick to squash the narrative that the Lakers' 117-96 win over the defending champion Celtics meant anything beyond a regular season victory in January, it's no secret that the Lakers have been on a heater as of late.
NBA Power Rankings: Rockets Rise Above Cavaliers
The Houston Rockets are winners of two straight games against the Cleveland Cavaliers, who held the best record in the NBA before their recent losing streak. The victories against the Cavs have pushed the Rockets up to No.
NBA power rankings: Which teams have the best odds to win 2024-25 championship?
With the NBA All-Star game approaching, here's a look at the teams most likely to win this year's championship based on their current odds.
NBA Fantasy Power Rankings Week 15: Nikola Jokić takes over
Jokić is back in his familiar position atop the fantasy leaderboard following a week he opened by extending a triple-double streak to five games before closing out his three-game schedule with an impressive double-double.
NBA Power Rankings: 30 teams, 30 weaknesses
Welcome back to another installment of HoopsHype’s power rankings! Last time, we looked at X-Factors. This week, I wanted to do something a little differ
NBA Power Rankings: Nets Drop With Losing Streak
The Brooklyn Nets haven't won much as of late thanks to an offense that continues to decline after a hot start. While the Nets showcase their competitive spirit
NBA Power Rankings Week 14: Lakers, Clippers begin to turn corner
The Lakers and Clippers have moved into the top 10 of the NBA power rankings and are beginning to look like true contenders.
NBA Power Rankings: Knicks, Rockets rise toward top as we hand out second-quarter grades
The Thunder and Cavaliers continue to earn straight A's, while the Pelicans and Wizards may need to stay after school.
Warriors drop to bottom half of the NBA in latest power rankings
The Golden State Warriors were recently ranked in the bottom half of the NBA’s latest power rankings. Warriors rank outside
NBA Power Rankings, Week 15: Bucks and Nuggets surge, Thunder maintain top spot
Meanwhile, the Hosuton Rockets are legit and the Indiana Pacers keep climbing. Where do the New York Knicks, Los Angeles Clippers and Boston Celtics land?
NBA Power Rankings: Top contenders hold steady while Pistons climb
We're one week from the 2025 NBA trade deadline, and while there haven't been any major moves leading up to Feb. 6, there ...
NBA Power Rankings: Red-hot Rockets leapfrog ice-cold Celtics while Cavs, Thunder set for anticipated rematch
Since about the second week of the season, the NBA's best teams -- in some order -- have been the Cleveland Cavaliers, ...