The Oklahoma City Thunder have claimed the top spot in the NBA Power Rankings following a dominant victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has emerged as a frontrunner for the MVP race, leading a team with a stellar 34-6 record and a net rating that surpasses even the legendary 73-win Warriors.

Meanwhile, teams like the Washington Wizards and Utah Jazz continue to struggle, with the Wizards losing their eighth straight game, confirming their place at the bottom of the rankings. The NBA landscape remains fluid, with teams like the Indiana Pacers and Chicago Bulls making notable moves in the standings.