NBA Power Rankings: Miami Heat is fading; Boston Celtics rising

28. Houston Rockets

Heading into next season, the Houston Rockets are one young team that could take a big step. They have a plethora of talent and will add to that at the 2022 NBA Draft. Jalen Green is one of the most explosive young scorers in the game.

The Rockets have a bright future, even if it may not look like that when looking at the standings.

27. Oklahoma City Thunder

Much like the Rockets, the Oklahoma City Thunder is another team whose future is bright. Josh Giddey and the continued excellence of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander should give t his team the momentum it needs heading into the offseason.

Eventually, they’ll need to make a big trade.