Tue Oct 29 05:10:00 UTC 2024: ## NBA Power Rankings: Celtics and Thunder Lead the Way, Cavaliers and Lakers Surprise Early
The 2024-25 NBA season is underway, and the Boston Celtics and Oklahoma City Thunder are off to a dominant start, both remaining undefeated after the first week.
The Celtics, fresh off winning their 18th championship, are looking to build on last season’s success, while the Thunder are making a statement early with their young talent.
However, the biggest surprises are the Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Lakers, both sitting at 3-0. The Cavaliers had a favorable schedule in Week 1 but will face tougher competition this week, including a showdown against the Lakers on Wednesday.
The Lakers, meanwhile, have displayed their strong start by defeating the Wolves, Suns, and Kings, marking their first 3-0 start in 14 years.
Other teams to watch include the Knicks, who had a mixed Week 1, and the Timberwolves, who are looking for a strong follow-up to their disappointing start. The Suns are also off to a solid 2-1 start despite facing a tough schedule, while the Mavericks and Clippers have both shown promise early in the season.
The first week of the season has seen several impressive individual performances, including Paolo Banchero of the Orlando Magic tying Tracy McGrady’s franchise record for scoring in a half.
As the season progresses, fans can expect the power rankings to shift dramatically, with new teams emerging and contenders facing challenges.
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