As the NBA regular season draws to a close, some teams have already locked up a playoff spot and can pick a first-round opponent based on the situation; while others are still making a final effort for playoff tickets, but there is not much time left for them. At the same time, the discussion about the ownership of this season's championship has become more and more intense, and in this context, the US media "CBS Sports" recently released the latest issue of the strength list:
No. 1, Boston Celtics
The Greenshirts are not currently the number one team in the East, their 16-28 record can only be ranked fourth in the East, but they are indeed the strongest team in the East in recent times, under the tutelage of Uduka, they have built a set of defensive barrel formations, the chemical effect between the Twin stars of Brown and Tatum shows, and few teams can limit the two top forwards at the same time. In the last 25 games, the Greenshirts have achieved a record of 21 wins and 4 losses, ranking first in the league in the same period.
No. 2, Phoenix Suns
The Suns have proven their integrity on the offensive end, even without Paul, they still have an 11-4 record, and the young team has built their own winning culture. Booker played a leadership role in Paul's absence, played more efficiently on the offensive end, and also took on the task of organizing tandems, Ayton often played tough in some games, in addition, they also had top 3Ds like Bridges, and there were Shamet, Craig on the bench..... However, because of the sudden rise of the Green Shirts, they had to give up their position at the top of the list briefly.
No. 3, Memphis Grizzlies
There's no doubt that the Grizzlies are the biggest dark horse of the season, and there are so many people on this team who can play, Morant, Bain, Brooks, Jackson Jr., Adams, Melton... Two years ago they were lottery teams, and two years later they are in the top two of the league, a talented youth force. Third-year Morant has played at the MVP level this season, but even without him, the Grizzlies have a 15-2 record, and they even beat Durant and Irving's Nets without Morant.
No. 4, Milwaukee Bucks
The Bucks' form has been ups and downs this season, but even so, the current record of 45 wins and 27 losses is still in the top three in the East. Alphabet Brother can average 29.8 points, 11.6 rebounds and 5.9 assists per game this season, he is a popular candidate for the regular season MVP and best defensive player this season; as the defending champion, the Bucks have maintained the full lineup that won last year's championship this season, in addition to Alphabet Brother, Holliday and Middleton are all-Star stars, they will give Alphabet Brother a boost, and the Milwaukee people still have a chance to win a second consecutive championship trophy.
No. 5, Philadelphia 76ers
The 76ers are currently in second place in the East with 45-27 losses, thanks in large part to Embiid's excellent performances, averaging 29.8 points, 11.3 rebounds and 5.3 assists in 59 games this season, and he is one of the most versatile centers in the league, not one of the most offensive and defensive centers in the league; they also brought in super guard Harden at the recent trade deadline, and Maxi's performance was equally impressive. Philadelphia looks like it's entering a new era of big three, but don't forget, they also have Harris, Sable... They are also one of the teams with the best chance of breaking out of the East.
No. 6, Dallas Mavericks
As the season progresses, Doncic is in good shape, so far this season he can average 27.9 points, 9.1 rebounds and 8.6 assists per game, after the trade to go Porzingis, the Lone Ranger is generally considered to have entered the era of single core, but the performance of the newly joined team's Dinwiddie is impressive, averaging 19.1 points, 4.4 assists and 3.7 rebounds per game since joining the team, and Dinwiddie in the Wizards period, in addition, benefiting from Doncic's containment ability, Brunson, Hardaway and others performed equally well. In the latest 21 games, the Lone Ranger has won 16. They could overtake the Jazz into the top half at any time.
No. 7, Minnesota Timberwolves
The Timberwolves are currently seventh in the West with 42-32 losses and may need to play playoffs to earn a playoff spot, but the year-old fish belly has a strong performance for all to see, Towns can average 24.6 points, 9.8 rebounds and 3.7 assists this season, he is one of the league's most versatile centers in offensive technique, and there is also a double gun combination of Russell and Edwards in the backcourt, this young team still needs to improve their stability, but their talent ceiling is unquestionable.
No. 8, Brooklyn Nets
The Nets currently have a record of 38 wins and 35 losses in the East, they may need to pass the playoffs to get a playoff ticket, in the previous period of time, the Nets have been suffering from various problems, but now they are starting to gradually get rid of these troubles, Durant returned from injury to maintain the MVP level level, New York City adjusted the epidemic regulations, Irving will be allowed to play in the home game, and Simmons is expected to return in the playoffs, this team will return to the championship ranks.
No. 9, Golden State Warriors
The Warriors at the beginning of the season were definitely title favorites, but as the season progressed, they began to suffer from various problems, Curry's state fluctuated, Green suffered an injury, followed by Thompson's return, and now Curry is injured again... But fortunately, Curry has every chance to return in the playoffs. This is a team that has reached the finals for 5 consecutive years and won the championship three times, and they have a lot of experience and excellent adjustment ability. It is believed that with the arrival of the playoffs, they will regain their former championship competitiveness.
10th, Miami Heat
Yesterday the Heat lost by a big score to the Warriors, Butler and Spaller had a fierce fight on the bench, and the team seemed to have a little problem in the locker room, but don't forget, they are currently the number one team in the East. They can line up the starting lineup of Lowry + Robinson + Butler + Tucker + Adebayor, and on the bench there is a super sixth person like Hiro, a powerful player like Morris... Don't forget, Oladipo has returned from injury, and if he returns to All-Star level, this Heat team will become a super dark horse in the playoffs.
Ranked 11-20 are: Raptors, Jazz, Nuggets, Hornets, Bulls, Cavaliers, Eagles, Knicks, Clippers, Pelicans;
The 21st-30th places are: Lakers, Spurs, Kings, Pacers, Pistons, Magic, Wizards, Blazers, Thunder, Rockets.