Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective NBA Future Power Rankings Reaction
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Sep 26, 2025 This discussion dives into the latest NBA Future Power Rankings, highlighting the surprising rise of the Clippers and their roster improvements. The impact of Luka Doncic's trade on the Lakers is examined, showcasing a brighter near-term outlook. Meanwhile, the Hawks’ climb into the top 12 is attributed to their young talent and solid coaching. The Pelicans’ sharp decline is dissected, focusing on injury uncertainties and poor asset management. Insights also cover the Mavericks' challenges post-Luka trade and the pivotal role of potential star Cooper Flagg.
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How The Future Power Rankings Work
- The Future Power Rankings use five categories: players, draft, market, money, and management to project three-year outlooks.
- Each category is scored 0-100 and averaged to produce the rankings.
Rankings Aren't Guarantees
- Ranking high in the three-year snapshot doesn't guarantee championships or sustained success due to injuries and unexpected moves.
- Historical top-ranked teams have still faltered, showing volatility in projections.
Why The Clippers Jumped Big
- The Clippers jumped from 20 to 5 because of strong market, management, recent performance, roster improvement, and future cap flexibility.
- This assessment assumes no punitive consequences from ongoing investigations that could remove draft assets.