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Each week, the California Post will power rank the NBA’s 30 teams. Records are as of Saturday morning:
1. Houston Rockets (5-1)
The Rockets take the top spot despite suffering their first loss of the season Friday to the Mavericks. Statistically, they have the league’s best offense and are getting contributions from across the board. Seven Rockets are averaging double-digit scoring figures. (Last week, 5th)
Memphis Grizzlies’ Ty Jerome shoots a free throw during a game against the Portland Trail Blazers in Portland, Ore., Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026. NBAE via Getty Images
2. Memphis Grizzlies (5-0)
The league’s last undefeated team continues to climb up the rankings after another perfect week. The Grizzlies were the fun preseason pick when asked which team would exceed expectations. And with Ty Jerome and Cameron Boozer leading the way, they’ve done that so far. (Last week, 13th)
LeBron James of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts during a game against the New York Knicks at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Friday, Oct. 30, 2026. NBAE via Getty Images
3. Philadelphia 76ers (5-1)
Two wins in 10 days over the defending NBA champions? It’s fair to say LeBron James, Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown and Joel Embiid are headed in the right direction and could lead the 76ers to being legitimate NBA title contenders. (Last week, 2nd)
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4. Detroit Pistons (5-1)
The Pistons have hardly missed a beat since All-NBA center Jalen Duren suffered a right hamstring strain that’ll sideline him for at least another week. Superstar guard Cade Cunningham leads a Pistons roster that’s getting contributions from all over as they look to build off a 60-win season last year. (Last week, 9th)
5. Boston Celtics (4-1)
The Celtics have bounced back after dropping their season opener to the Pistons, rattling off four straight wins. Paul George has been a great fit, and Jayson Tatum is getting back to looking like his pre-Achilles injury self. (Last week, 10th)
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6. Oklahoma City Thunder (4-1)
The week went from bad to worse for the 2025 NBA champions. Three starters (Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren and Cason Wallace) suffered injuries that’ll…
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