NBA Free Agency is slow but the Western Conference remains strong. Denver Nuggets are evaluated in the standings. Portland Trail Blazers may be irrelevant, Utah Jazz has trade interest in Lauri Markkanen, and the San Antonio Spurs are watching Chris Paul. Houston Rockets are in win-now mode while Los Angeles Lakers settled quickly. Los Angeles Clippers improve, Golden State Warriors are trying to rebound, and Sacramento Kings are quiet. Memphis Grizzlies and Phoenix Suns are wildcards. New Orleans Pelicans have star power. Minnesota Timberwolves are making changes. Denver Nuggets are still a contender but facing tough competition. Dallas Mavericks adding firepower. Oklahoma City Thunder making strategic moves.