NBA Power Rankings: How Real Are The Miami Heat?

29. team. 20. <p>After losing to the lowly Philadelphia 76ers by double-digits earlier in the week, the Los Angeles Lakers did manage to knock off the Washington Wizards. Then again, that’s something that nearly every team in the league has been doing. The NBA is still celebrating the departure of one of its legends – he’s even garnering some chants on the road.</p> <p>Still, I believe that this team would be much better served by playing some of its younger players instead of simply placating Kobe’s fans. That’s not going to change. Not as long as <strong><a href=. (3-17). Previous: 29th. Los Angeles Lakers