Here are my NBA Power Rankings on Monday, January 9th, 2023.
1. Boston Celtics Current record: 28-12
The Boston Celtics currently have the best record in the NBA. They’re led by Jayson Tatum, who is averaging 30.8 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game. The Boston Celtics are 6-4 in their past ten games, but they don’t appear to be slowing down.
2. Brooklyn Nets Current record: 27-13
The Brooklyn Nets went on a 12 game winning streak before losing to the Chicago Bulls, 112-121 on January 4th. They’re led by Kevin Durant, who is averaging 29.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 5.3 assists per game. The Brooklyn Nets are 9-1 in their past ten games, and they only appear to be getting better.
3. Denver Nuggets Current record: 26-13
The Denver Nuggets have a remarkable 16-3 at home. Although, they are 10-10 away. They’re led by Nikola Jokic, who is averaging 25.3 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 9.5 assists.The Denver Nuggets are 8-2 in their past ten games and they’re continuing to shine.
4. Memphis Grizzlies Current record: 26-13
The Memphis Grizzlies are currently on a 6 game winning streak. We will see if their streak will continue against the San Antonio Spurs on January 9th at 8pm EST. They’re led by Ja Morant, who is averaging 27.2 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 8.0 assists. The Memphis Grizlies are 7-3 in their past ten games. Will they continue their streak or will it come to an end?
5. Milwaukee Bucks Current record: 25-14
The Milwaukee Bucks are on a 1 game losing streak. We will see if they can change this into a winning streak against the New York Knicks on January 9th at 7:30pm EST. They’re led by Giannis Antetokounmpo (nicknamed the Greek Freak) who is averaging 32.0 points, 11.8 rebounds, and 5.2 assists. The Milwaukee Bucks are 4-6 in their past ten games. Will their losing skid continue or can they hold the number 5 spot?
6. Cleveland Cavaliers Current record: 26-15
The Cleveland Cavaliers are on a 1 game winning streak. In their most recent game, the Cleveland Cavaliers won against the Phoenix Suns, 112-98. They’re led by Donovan Mitchell Jr. who is averaging 28.8 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 4.8 assists. The Cleveland Cavaliers are 6-4 in their past ten games. Will they continue winning or will they drop from the number 6 spot?
7. Philadelphia 76ers Current record: 24-15
The Philadelphia 76ers are on a 1 game winning streak. They most recently beat the Detroit Pistons, 123-111 on January 8th. They’re led by Joel Embiid who is averaging 33.5 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 4.6 assists. The Philadelphia 76ers are 7-3 in their past ten games. Joel Embiid is currently out. Can the Philadelphia 76ers prevail without Joel Embiid?
8. New Orleans Pelicans Current record: 25-16
The New Orleans Pelicans are on a 1 game winning streak. They most recently beat the Washington Wizards, 132-112 on January 9th. They’re led by Zion Williamson who is averaging 26.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 4.6 assists. The New Orleans Pelicans are 6-4 in their past ten games. Zion Williamson is currently out. Can they win without him?
9. Indiana Pacers Current record: 23-18
The Indiana Pacers are on a 2 game winning streak. They most recently beat the Charlotte Hornets, 116-111 on January 8th. They’re led by Tyrese Haliburton, who is averaging 20.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 10.3 assists. The Indiana Pacers are 8-2 in their past ten games. Will the Indiana Pacers continue their streak or not?
10. Dallas Mavericks Current record: 23-18
The Dallas Mavericks are on a 1 game losing streak. They most recently played the Oklahoma City Thunder who they lost to, 109-120. The Dallas Mavericks were on a 7 game winning streak before they lost to the Boston Celtics 95-124 on January 5th. They’re led by Luka Doncic who is averaging 34.0 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 8.7 assists. Luka Doncic is currently out day-to-day. Can they win without him?
11. Sacramento Kings Current record: 21-18
The Sacramento Kings are on a 1 game winning streak. They mostly recently beat the Orlando Magic, 136-111. They’re led by De’Aaron Fox who is averaging 23.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 6.0 assists. They’re 5-5 in their last ten games. Will they continue winning about half of their games or will something change? Their next game is against the Houston Rockets on January 11th at 10pm EST.
12. New York Knicks Current record: 22-19
The New York Knicks are on a 1 game losing streak. They lost to the Milwaukee Bucks, 107-111 on January 9th. They’re led by Julius Randle who is averaging 24.4 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 3.8 assists. They’re 4-6 in their past ten games. Will they hold the number 7 spot in the Eastern Conference or will they fall down the standings?
13. Miami Heat Current record: 22-20
The Miami Heat are on a 1 game winning streak. They won against the Oklahoma City Thunder, 112-111 on January 10th. They’re led by Bam Adebayo, who is averaging 21.4 points, 9.9 rebounds, and 3.1 assists. The Miami Heat are 6-4 in their past ten games. Bam Adebayo is currently out day-to-day. Can they get the win without him or will they drop down the standings?
14. Los Angeles Clippers Current record: 22-21
The Los Angeles Clippers are on a 1 game winning streak. They most recently beat the Dallas Mavericks, 113-101 on January 10th. They’re led by Norman Powell, who is averaging 15.5 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 1.7 assists. The Los Angeles Clippers are 3-7 in their past ten games. Will they continue to fall or with they hold their number 6 spot in the Western Conference?
15. Golden State Warriors Current record: 20-21
The Golden State Warriors are on a 3 game losing streak. In their most recent game against the Phoenix Suns, they lost, 113-125 on January 10th. Although, that was their first game after their star, Stephen Curry came back after his injury. They’re led by Stephen Curry, who is averaging 29.7 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 6.7 assists. The Golden State Warriors are 5-5 in their past ten games. Will their losing skid continue or will it come to an end now that Stephen Curry is back?
16. Phoenix Suns Current record: 21-22
The Phoenix Suns were on a 6 game losing streak before they won against the Golden State Warriors, 125-113 on January 10th. In their most recent game, they lost against the Denver Nuggets, 97-126 on January 11th. They’re led by DeAndre Ayton, who is averaging 17.5 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 2.0 assists. The Phoenix Suns are 2-8 in their past ten games. Will they continue falling down the standings or will something change?
17. Utah Jazz Current record: 21-23
The Utah Jazz are on a 1 game winning streak. They pushed past the Cleveland Cavaliers, 116-114 on January 10th. They’re led by Lauri Markkanen, who is averaging 24.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 1.9 assists. The Utah Jazz are 3-7 in their past ten games. Will their losing skid continue or will they keep ahold of the number 9 spot in the Western Conference?
18. Minnesota Timberwolves Current record: 20-22
The Minnesota Timberwolves are on a 1 game losing streak. They got blown out, against the Detroit Pistons, 118-135 on January 11th. They’re led by Anthony Edwards, who is averaging 23.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 3.6 assists. The Minnesota Timberwolves are 4-6 in their past ten games. Will they improve or will they stay about the same?
19. Atlanta Hawks Current record: 24-24
The Atlanta Hawks are on a 2 game losing streak. They most recently lost to the Chicago Bulls, 100-111 on January 23rd. They’re led by Trae Young, who is averaging 27.0 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 9.9 assists. The Atlanta Hawks are 6-4 in their past ten games. Will their 2 game losing streak continue or will something change?
20. Oklahoma City Thunder Current record: 23-24
The Oklahoma City Thunder are on a 1 game winning streak. They pushed past the Denver Nuggets, 101-99 on January 22nd. They’re led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who is averaging 30.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 5.5 assists. The Oklahoma City Thunder are 7-3 in their past ten games. Will they continue climbing up the Western Conference?
21. Washington Wizards Current record: 24-26
The Washington Wizards are on a 6 game winning streak. They easily past the San Antonio Spurs, 127-106 on January 30th. They’re led by Kristaps Porzingis, who is averaging 22.0 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 2.5 assists. The Washington Wizards are 7-3 in their past ten games. Will they continue with their 6 game winning streak or will something change?
22. Portland Trail Blazers Current record: 24-26
The Portland Trail Blazers on a 1 game winning streak. They skidded past the Atlanta Hawks, 129-125 on January 30th. They’re led by Damian Lillard, who is averaging 30.4 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 7.3 assists. The Portland Trail Blazers are 5-5 in their past ten games. Will they continue almost splitting their winning to losing ratio?
23. Chicago Bulls Current record: 23-26
The Chicago Bulls are on a 1 game winning streak. They crushed the Orlando Magic, 128-109 on January 28th. They’re led by DeMar DeRozan, who is averaging 26.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 5.0 assists. The Chicago Bulls are 5-5 in their past ten games. Can they prove themselves better than what they’ve been doing? Find out on January 31st as they play the Los Angeles Clippers in Chicago at 8:00 PM EST.
24. Los Angeles Lakers Current record: 24-28
The Los Angeles Lakers are on a 1 game winning streak. They pushed past the New York Knicks, 129-123 (in overtime) on January 31st. LeBron James led the game for the Los Angeles Lakers with 28 points, 10 rebounds, and 11 assists. The Los Angeles Lakers are 5-5 in their past ten games. Can they climb up the standings into a playoff spot?
25. Toronto Raptors Current record: 23-29
The Toronto Raptors are on a 1 game losing streak. They lost to the Phoenix Suns, 106-114 on January 30th. They’re led by Pascal Siakam, who is averaging 25.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 6.3 assists. The Toronto Raptors are 4-6 in their past ten games. Will they stay the same or will something change?
26. Orlando Magic Current record: 20-31
The Orlando Magic are on a 1 game winning streak. They had a nice comeback against the Philadelphia 76ers, 119-109 on January 30th. They’re led by Paolo Banchero, who is averaging 20.7 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 3.7 assists. The Orlando Magic are 5-5 in their past ten games. Can they beat the Philadelphia 76ers on February 1st at 8:00 PM EST?
27. Charlotte Hornets Current record: 15-37
The Charlotte Hornets are on a 1 game losing streak. They lost to the Milwaukee Bucks, 115-124 on January 31st. LaMelo Ball led the game for the Charlotte Hornets with 27 points, 10 rebounds, and 11 assists. The Charlotte Hornets are 4-6 in their past ten games. Can they get a better record or will they stay about the same?
28. San Antonio Spurs Current record: 14-37
The San Antonio Spurs are on a 6 game losing streak. They got crushed by the Washington Wizards, 106-127 on January 30th. They’re led by Keldon Johnson, who is averaging 21.9 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 2.6 assists. The San Antonio Spurs are 1-9 in their past ten games. Can they stop their losing streak against the Sacramento Kings on February 1st?
29. Detroit Pistons Current record: 13-39
The Detroit Pistons are on a 2 game losing streak. They lost to the Dallas Mavericks, 105-111 on January 30th. They’re led by Bojan Bogdanović, who is averaging 21.4 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.7 assists. The Detroit Pistons are 2-8 in their past ten games. Can they rise from the 15th spot in the Eastern Conference?
30. Houston Rockets Current record:12-38
The Houston Rockets are on a 1 game winning streak. They managed to push past the Detroit Pistons, 117-114 on January 28th. They’re led by Jalen Green, who is averaging 21.7 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.7 assists. The Houston Rockets are 2-8 in their past ten games. Can they beat the Oklahoma City Thunder on February 1st at 8:00 PM EST?
