NBA Power Rankings: Brooklyn Nets, Philadelphia 76ers at the center of chaos

26. Cleveland Cavaliers

If Evan Mobley is the real deal, the Cleveland Cavaliers could be a dark-horse playoff team in the Eastern Conference. Even more so if Darius Garland is able to make the jump in his development that many are projecting him to make.

Is this finally the year that the Cavs trade – or buyout – Kevin Love?

25. San Antonio Spurs

If this is truly Gregg Popovich’s final year coaching in the NBA, that alone should be enough to get eyes on the San Antonio Spurs this season. Their young wings are another reason why you should be paying attention to this team.

If they can get their hands on Ben Simmons, perhaps this franchise could get back on the right track sooner rather than later.