NBA Power Rankings: 2016-17 Training Camp Edition

Jun 19, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) celebrates with the Larry O
Jun 19, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) celebrates with the Larry O
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Mar 19, 2016; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) dribbles as New York Knicks guard Jose Calderon (3) defends during the second half at Verizon Center. The Washington Wizards won 99 - 89. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 19, 2016; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) dribbles as New York Knicks guard Jose Calderon (3) defends during the second half at Verizon Center. The Washington Wizards won 99 – 89. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

There’s a good chance that by the end of the season, the Washington Wizards could be a lot higher than 19th. In fact, if they’re not I feel like this would be just another disappointing season.

No one can deny that this team has the talent to make the playoffs in the Eastern Conference, at the very least. Heck, this team was a John Wall injury away from making an Eastern Conference Finals appearance.

Now, they’re just hoping they can make it back to the postseason. It’s amazing how much can change in the matter of one full season.

In the end, it’s going to come down to health for the Wizards. If John Wall and Bradley Beal can remain healthy, this team will reach its potential. If not, all bets are off.