NBA Power Rankings: Nets have shaken off uneven start; Suns get hot

28. Detroit Pistons

As the Detroit Pistons struggle out of the gate, the hope for the team over the next few weeks is that Cade Cunningham begins to look more and more like the franchise player that the team believed they were drafted when they selected him No. 1 overall.

He has struggled so far, but it should not be a surprise. It’s going to take some time to find his footing.

27. Orlando Magic

On most nights, Cole Anthony has been the best player for the Orlando Magic – and, for the most part, it hasn’t been close. He’s averaging 19 points, seven rebounds, and five assists per game this season. He seems to be a legit foundational player that the team could begin to invest in.

What the Magic have to answer moving forward is how many of those players, apart from Anthony, does the team have on its roster at the moment.