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NBA Power Rankings: Lakers, Suns, and Mavs rise after big moves at trade deadline

By Michael Saenz

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10. Sacramento Kings

Do you believe in the Sacramento Kings? We’re about to find the answer to that question during the second half of the season. They’ve been quite good (and very entertaining) thus far in the season. They are currently a top 3 seed but with the LA Clippers, Dallas Mavericks, and Phoenix Suns all making big moves at the trade deadline, they will be tested.

Even if the Kings drop a few spots in the standings, this season is all about getting the right playoff experience. The Kings are still 1-2 years and a couple of moves away from being a true force in the West. But I don’t think it can be argued that the Kings have made great strides this season.

The Kings have been one of the best stories in the NBA this season and if they could hold off the likes of the Clippers, Mavs, and Suns in the standings, it would only add to what the team has accomplished this season.