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

By Hans Themistode | Apr 14, 2017

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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Mar 13, 2017; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz forward Gordon Hayward (20) shoots the ball over LA Clippers guard Austin Rivers (25) during the fourth quarter at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Utah Jazz won the game 114-108. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-USA TODAY Sports /

11. Utah Jazz

Opponent: LA Clippers

The Utah Jazz have quietly put together a great season winning over 50 games for the first time in six years. This team hangs their hat on the defensive side of the ball ranking in the top 3 in defensive efficiency.

With Rudy Gobert manning the middle and Gordon Hayward and George Hill having career years, this team is loaded. Even if you haven’t heard of them, they’re going to catch you up really quick.

They will give the Clippers fits in the opening round. Don’t be surprised if this group makes a lengthy postseason run.

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