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2018 NBA Power Rankings: It’s time to sell on the Cleveland Cavaliers

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BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 3: LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers talks with Dwyane Wade #9 during the second half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on January 3, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 3: LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers talks with Dwyane Wade #9 during the second half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on January 3, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
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INDIANAPOLIS, IN – DECEMBER 18: Victor Oladipo #4 of the Indiana Pacers dribbles the ball during the game against the Boston Celtics at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on December 18, 2017 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN – DECEMBER 18: Victor Oladipo #4 of the Indiana Pacers dribbles the ball during the game against the Boston Celtics at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on December 18, 2017 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

17. Indiana Pacers (22-20)

The Indiana Pacers have arguably been the surprise of the NBA season thus far. After trading Paul George in the offseason, no one really could’ve predicted that this team would be in the playoffs, led by a resurgent Victor Oladipo.

Many had pegged this team and Oladipo as an afterthought. Now, Oladipo is making a strong case for an All-Star spot. I’m not sure if he’ll get it, but what he’s done this season is nothing short of outstanding.

The Pacers may not make the playoffs this season, but they have a nice young core that they can build around now.

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