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2018 NBA Power Rankings: The Warriors win the offseason; Lakers are back

By Michael Saenz

CLEVELAND, OH - DECEMBER 14: Lonzo Ball #2 of the Los Angeles Lakers listens to LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers after the game at Quicken Loans Arena on December 14, 2017 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Lakers 121-112. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images)
CLEVELAND, OH - DECEMBER 14: Lonzo Ball #2 of the Los Angeles Lakers listens to LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers after the game at Quicken Loans Arena on December 14, 2017 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Lakers 121-112. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images) /
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26. Brooklyn Nets

This is become a habit for the Brooklyn Nets, unfortunately, over the last few seasons. And the hope is that this will end soon, especially considering they’re on track to be big players in free agency next summer.

However, for the time being, expect the Nets to have at least one more rough season before they try to work back into NBA relevancy. After re-signing Joe Harris and adding Kenneth Faried (via trade) this team will certainly be better on paper. The big question with this team remains with their young players.

And, most notably, D’Angelo Russell. Russell is entering year 4 of his young NBA career and he’s yet to show the promise that he flashed during his first few seasons at a consistent level with the Nets.

With his impending (restricted) free agency on the horizon, this year will represent a big opportunity for the former Buckeye.