26. Charlotte Hornets
The next few weeks will be extremely important for the immediate future of the Charlotte Hornets. If they continue to remain toward the bottom of the standings in the Eastern Conference, the front office will have to decide if they should be big sellers at the NBA Trade Deadline or if they should stand pat.
That’s what this season has evolved into for the Hornets.
25. Los Angeles Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers have played slightly better as of late but still have plenty to figure out. LeBron James has missed time due to injury and has looked shaky to start the season. Russell Westbrook seems to be playing better as of late in his new role and Anthony Davis has been sensational so far this season, but who knows how long he can remain healthy.
All that said, the Lakers are far from the contender that they should be with the amount of top-level talent that they have on their roster.