NBA Playoff Power Rankings: Is A Cavs, Warriors Rubber Match Inevitable?

Dec 25, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35) and Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) at Quicken Loans Arena. Cleveland defeats Golden State 109-108. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 25, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35) and Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) at Quicken Loans Arena. Cleveland defeats Golden State 109-108. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
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Apr 5, 2017; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs small forward Kawhi Leonard (2) shoots the ball over Los Angeles Lakers small forward Brandon Ingram (14) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 5, 2017; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs small forward Kawhi Leonard (2) shoots the ball over Los Angeles Lakers small forward Brandon Ingram (14) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

2. San Antonio Spurs

Opponent: Memphis Grizzlies

The San Antonio Spurs have been great all year. They have a legitimate superstar in Kahwi Leonard while NBA all-star LaMarcus Aldridge has been steady and consistent this year to go along with a well balanced offense and outstanding defense.

Although Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili are no longer the players they once were, they are still effective and with coach Pop on the sidelines he continues to place his players in spots where they can be most effective.

After another 60-plus win season, they seem to be the only team equipped to deal with the Golden State Warriors.