NBA, Power Rankings and Rockets

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, Oklahoma City Thunder and Boston Celtics. Well folks, it's time to make room for the Houston Rockets,
NBA Power Rankings: Pistons, Cavaliers, Rockets among league’s top overachievers
As we approach the midpoint of the season, some teams have surprised and others have disappointed. And then there are the Lakers.
NBA Fantasy Power Rankings: Nikola Jokić holds 1st in Week 13
Jokić missed the first two games of the Nuggets’ four-game schedule with an illness, but he still managed to set the pace this week. Upon his return Wednesday against the Nets, Jokić put together a 35-point,
After perfect week, Rockets rise to No. 4 in NBA power rankings
With big wins last week over the Lakers and Grizzlies, the Rockets have risen to No. 4 in the league in NBA.com’s latest weekly power rankings.
NBA Rookie Power Rankings: Jaylen Wells could make history not seen since 2017
Grizzlies' Jaylen Wells has staked his claim at the top of the NBA rookie rankings, which result in him making history not seen since 2017.
NBA power rankings 2024-25: Cleveland is on top with Oklahoma City, Boston right behind
Remember how much time we — and I am part of that “we” — spent in the past year talking about whether Donovan Mitchell wanted to re-sign with this team? When he did, we asked if that would mean a Darius Garland trade?
NBA Power Rankings: Kings, Pacers and Wolves catch their groove
A few teams have gotten off to hot starts in 2025 and others ... not so much. Here is where all 30 teams stack up in this week's NBA Power Rankings.
NBA Power Rankings Week 12: Have Kings, Pacers turned corner with recent surge?
The Kings and Pacers are among two of the hottest teams in the NBA power rankings ahead of the trade deadline after their dreaded starts.
NBA Power Rankings: Rampaging Cavs + X-Factors for each team
Welcome back to another installment of HoopsHype’s power rankings. Last time, we made New Year’s resolutions for each team. This week, we’ll look at
Who tops this weeks NBA Power Rankings?
Check out the latest top 10 of the NBA Power Rankings.
2025 NBA Power Rankings: Red-hot Sacramento Kings and Indiana Pacers rise latest update
With the 2024-25 regular season underway, our latest NBA power rankings offer an evaluation of all 30 clubs in the
NBA Power Rankings: Sixers still near the bottom as struggles continue
The Wizards are squarely in the driver's seat for the Cooper Flagg sweepstakes. They rank dead last in the league in both ...
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Charlotte Hornets climb one spot in ESPN's latest NBA Power Rankings
The Charlotte Hornets have inched up one spot in ESPN's latest NBA power rankings, moving from 29th to 28th. The team ...
NBA Power Rankings: Cavaliers reclaim No. 1 spot with huge win vs. Thunder, Warriors tumble again
During the entirety of the Cleveland Cavaliers' 129-122 statement win over the Oklahoma City Thunder, we knew we were ...
What Analysts Are Revealing on Knicks Major Slide In Power Rankings
New York may still be considered a top-10 team, but their recent struggles have caused some analysts to rethink their ...
NBA on MLK Day 2025: Schedule of games & how to watch
The NBA continues its tradition of honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with 7 games on Monday, Jan. 20.
Cooper Flagg power rankings: 5 best fits if the NBA Draft didn’t exist
Cooper Flagg is the projected No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. He won't get to pick his destination at the next level. But, ...