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NBA power rankings 2025-26: Thunder retake No. 1 with Pistons, Spurs right on their heels
- Oklahoma City Thunder reclaim No. 1 after a run of 20+ point wins and strong overall play.
- Detroit Pistons move to No. 2 as Cade Cunningham leads a strong defensive stretch.
- San Antonio Spurs crack the top three as Wembanyama shines with a 33-point, 10-rebound night.
- Rising teams: Rockets, Suns, and Cavaliers appear in the top ten as playoff contenders evolve.
- Jalen Williams’ injury remains a temporary hurdle for OKC as the season progresses.
- Victor Wembanyama’s status as a rising star is emphasized as Spurs solidify top-tier status.
- Notable teams in the top ten include Minnesota, Phoenix, and Denver amid injury concerns and schedule pressure.
- Leaders in the East remain dynamic as Detroit and Boston navigate competitive balance.
- The ranking highlights the ongoing All-Star discussion and player evaluations ahead of February voting.
- The article notes the MLK Day scheduling impact on the rankings this week.
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