▪ 1. Memphis Grizzlies (11-2, last week 2):
Illness is about the only thing that can slow down the Grizzlies.
▪ 2 . Golden State Warriors (9-2, LW 3):
Stephen Curry is making the case with his play he is the best point guard in the NBA.
▪ 3 . Toronto Raptors (10-2, LW 4):
Looking like the best team in the East to start the season.
▪ 4 . Portland Trail Blazers (9-3, LW 6):
Centers Robin Lopez and Chris Kaman combine to average 22.5 points.
▪ 5 . Dallas Mavericks (10-3, LW 7):
Dirk Nowitzki taking less money has allowed the Mavs to replenish their roster.
▪ 6. Houston Rockets (9-3, LW 1):
Dwight Howard’s health is all that has slowed the Rockets lately.
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Washington Wizards: (8-3, LW 8):John Wall had his way in a win over Cleveland on Friday.
▪ 8. San Antonio Spurs (8-4, LW 9):
Kawhi Leonard could become a Defensive Player of the Year candidate.
▪ 9 . Chicago Bulls (8-5, LW 5):
Whether with his words or injuries, Derrick Rose dominates headlines.
▪ 1 0. Los Angeles Clippers (7-4, LW 11):
Still a ways to go before the Clippers look like a championship contender.
▪ 11. Phoenix Suns (8-5, LW 16):
Goran Dragic is finding his way after a slow start.
▪ 12. New Orleans Pelicans (6-5, LW 10):
Tyreke Evans is an X factor for the Pelicans because of his versatility.
▪ 13 . Kings (7-5, LW 15):
Darren Collison’s influence has been steadying on both ends.
▪ 14. Atlanta Hawks (6-5, LW 13):
In spite of sparse crowds, Hawks are on a four-game winning streak.
▪ 15 . Milwaukee Bucks (7-6, LW 19):
Still one of the league’s early surprises under Jason Kidd’s direction.
▪ 16 . Miami Heat (6-6, LW 14):
Dwyane Wade’s health will dictate if the Heat will challenge Washington in the Southeast Division.
▪ 17. Cleveland Cavaliers (5-6, LW 12):
Kevin Love is learning what Chris Bosh learned – it’s not easy going from the top option to No. 3.
▪ 18. Brooklyn Nets (5-7, LW 17):
Andrei Kirilenko is away for personal reasons.
▪ 19. Orlando Magic (6-8, LW 20):
Evan Fournier is making the most of his playing time (17.6 ppg) after being traded from Denver.
▪ 20 . Indiana Pacers (5-7, LW 24):
Donald Sloan is a former Kings summer league player who is starting amid Indiana’s injuries.
▪ 21 . Utah Jazz (5-8, LW 21):
Dante Exum is being brought along slowly behind Trey Burke and Alec Burks.
▪ 22. Denver Nuggets (5-7, LW 27):
Three-game winning streak is helping make up for bad start.
▪ 23 . Charlotte Hornets (4-9, LW 18):
Not the kind of start a playoff team from last season expected.
▪ 24 . Boston Celtics (4-7, LW 22):
Led by Rajon Rondo, the Celtics lead the NBA in assists per game.
▪ 25 . Minnesota Timberwolves (3-8, LW 26):
The injuries continue to pile up, forcing more responsibility on young players.
▪ 26. Oklahoma City Thunder (3-11, LW 25):
Good news! Injured stars Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook are practicing again.
▪ 27 . Los Angeles Lakers (3-10, LW 29):
Two wins last week with Nick Young back from a hand injury.
▪ 28. New York Knicks (3-10, LW 28):
They’ve lost their last five road games.
▪ 29 . Detroit Pistons (3-10, LW 23):
Offense is a struggle for the slumping Pistons.
▪ 30. Philadelphia 76ers (0-12, LW 30):
The blowout losses continue to pile up.
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