NBA Power Rankings: Trade Deadline Impact Already Showing On Court

(37-23). Previous: . Utah Jazz. 5. team. 118. Utah is bolstered by one of the most talented defenses in the league. They have long defenders at all five positions, plus newly crowned all star <a rel=

169. The Rockets have been red-hot all season long, behind the run and gun scheme of <a rel=. (42-19). Previous: . Houston Rockets. 4. team

The Spurs are continuing their winning ways after the all star break. They have a deep roster filled with pieces that compliment their two stars, <a rel=. (45-13). Previous: . San Antonio Spurs. 3. team. 29

156. Cleveland may not have the second best record in the league, but match them up with any team in the league in a seven game series and they have a great chance at winning. The addition of Deron Williams to the bench makes them a real threat to take down the Warriors in the Finals. He was playing like a deserving starting point guard with the Mavericks. Over the next week, they’ll have the opportunity to play four Eastern Conference playoff teams and assert their dominance.. 41-17. Previous: . Cleveland Cavaliers. 2. team

41. The Warriors are off to the strong start they were expected to achieve, and they’re only going to be their own biggest threat heading towards the playoffs. For a team that’s only lost ten games, they sure can take a night off. The key for the rest of the season is staying healthy and hoping the <a rel=. (50-10). Previous: . Golden State Warriors. 1. team