1. Orlando
Vince Carter has struggled the past two games, going for a combined 19-53, though he did hit a game winner against Boston. But Van Gundy doesn't need to worry, his defense has finally started to improve holding teams to just 91.2 points in the last five games.á
2. Atlanta
Seven straight wins? No problem, the high flying Hawks have been hard to keep up with. Though after losing to New Orleans and Mike Bibby going down with an ankle injury some concern could be on their minds. They play the Magic next after all.á
3. Boston
After a hot start, the Celtics now seem to look like another team of average joes. Their main concern? Seeing Kevin Garnett limp up and down the court the past few games, and almost getting burned by the Knicks.á
4. Phoenix
Steve Nash has th ...
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NBA Power Rankings: Orlando Jumps While Portland Falls
Posted: 23rd November 2009 by Curtis Finchum in NBAComments Off on NBA Power Rankings: Orlando Jumps While Portland Falls