NBA Power Rankings 2024-25: The Top 10 Teams After 1 Month of Competition

After one month of the 2024/25 NBA season, teams are beginning to define their positions in the league. Some favorites have met expectations, while other teams are emerging as pleasant surprises. Here is the ranking of the top ten teams after the fourth week of competition, with Cleveland Cavaliers, Los Angeles Lakers, Boston Celtics, and Golden State Warriors among the standout teams.

10. Sacramento Kings

The Kings have shown a solid performance with a 3-2 record, including two wins against the Phoenix Suns. Despite injuries to Domantas Sabonis and DeMar DeRozan, the pairing with De’Aaron Fox promises to remain competitive and seek better results in the upcoming weeks.

9. Memphis Grizzlies

Despite Ja Morant's absence, the Grizzlies have stood firm. Jaren Jackson Jr. stood out with impressive performances, scoring 39 points against the Wizards and 32 against the Warriors in their first NBA Cup game. His performance will be crucial while Morant remains sidelined.

8. New York Knicks

Although they have not met all expectations, the Knicks secured important victories in the NBA Cup group stage games against the 76ers and the Nets. This progress positions them as serious contenders for the tournament, showcasing a well-balanced team.

7. Orlando Magic

The Magic are one of the biggest surprises. Despite Paolo Banchero's absence, the team, led by Franz Wagner, achieved a streak of four consecutive wins. Coach Jamahl Mosley seems to have found the formula to keep his team competitive.

6. Los Angeles Lakers

After a perfect week, the Lakers are once again a threat in the league. With JJ Redick adjusting his coaching scheme, LeBron James recorded four consecutive triple-doubles, while Anthony Davis maintains an MVP-level performance. Both led the team to their first victory in the NBA Cup.

5. Houston Rockets

The Rockets are another major surprise in the ranking. Despite lacking stars in their roster, they achieved a streak of five consecutive wins and currently rank third in the West. Their consistency makes them a challenging team to beat.

4. Oklahoma City Thunder

The Thunder continue to show consistency, with a 3-1 record in Week 4 and a key victory against the Suns in the NBA Cup. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is leading the team with impressive performances, especially in the absence of Chet Holmgren due to injury.

3. Boston Celtics

Despite being the defending champions, the Celtics did not claim the top spot due to a surprising loss to the Hawks in the NBA Cup. However, with a 3-1 record, they remain a dominant team and will look to improve in Week 5.

2. Golden State Warriors

The Warriors, despite Klay Thompson's departure, are proving to be serious contenders in the West. With Steph Curry and Buddy Hield as the new offensive duo, they remained undefeated in Week 4 and lead their conference.

1. Cleveland Cavaliers

The Cavaliers are the top team of the season so far, boasting an impressive 15-0 record. Their undefeated status positions them as favorites, but they will face a significant challenge in Week 5 when they take on the defending champions, the Celtics, in their second NBA Cup game.

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