NBA Power Rankings Week 6: Los Angeles Lakers continue to dominate as the Dallas Mavericks make their move
We are now more than a month into the 2019-20 season, and while several teams have faded following impressive starts, there are plenty of teams around the league demonstrating that they could be a force in the 2020 playoffs. So, as we enter Week 6, here are the latest power rankings.
#10 Miami Heat - Current Record: 11-4
The Miami Heat have defied expectations with each passing week, and they extended their record to 11-3 after opening Week 5 with comfortable wins over the Cleveland Cavaliers and Chicago Bulls.
However, they were blown away by the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night, casting doubt on their ability to contend in the East. Ultimately, the Heat have still made an excellent start to the season, although we still need to see more when they face off against the NBA's big hitters.
#9 Toronto Raptors - Current Record: 11-4
Despite getting little coverage, the Toronto Raptors quietly picked up wins over the Charlotte Hornets, Orlando Magic, and Atlanta Hawks during Week 5. The Raptors' defense is trending in the right direction, and with Kyle Lowry and Serge Ibaka closing in on returns, the defending champions remain one of the best teams in the East.
#8 Utah Jazz - Current Record: 11-5
The Utah Jazz have won three consecutive games and Quin Snyder has plenty to be happy about. Mike Conley has recovered following his historically bad start to the season, while Donovan Mitchell continues to take an enormous jump in Year 3. Utah's defense also remains excellent, and the Jazz will be a force come April.