Overview
- The Thunder remain first at 25-3 despite dropping two of their last three, including losses to the Spurs and Timberwolves.
- The Knicks climb to No. 4 after winning the NBA Cup and taking 12 of their last 14 games.
- The 76ers jump five spots to No. 10 with Tyrese Maxey averaging 31.7 points per game to fuel their rise.
- San Antonio sits third and profiles as a matchup threat for Oklahoma City with size, defense and backcourt speed.
- Houston falls to No. 8 after four losses in six games, including concerning defeats to the Kings and Pelicans.