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NBA Power Rankings: Can anyone beat the healthy Nets; Bubble Heat back?

By Michael Saenz

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2. Phoenix Suns

As the biggest surprise in the NBA this season, the Phoenix Suns have made huge strides as a team. The addition and impact of Chris Paul can’t be overstated and the NBA fan at large is going to get a close look at Devin Booker in the playoffs.

Don’t sleep on the Suns as a possible contender in the Western Conference playoffs. They’re for real and are going to be a force in a seven-game series.

1. Utah Jazz

For the majority of the season, the Utah Jazz has been the best team in the league. They’re going to enter the playoffs with the No. 1 overall seed in the league and will host every playoff series that they participate in.

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The big question is whether this team will be able to translate their regular-season success to the playoffs. How far can a top 2 of Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert carry the Jazz? We’re about to find out.