The Ringer NBA Show Preseason Power Rankings, Part 3 | Group Chat
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Oct 6, 2025 The hosts dive into the preseason power rankings, assessing teams ranked 20 through 16. They explore the Celtics' rebuild and whether Jalen Brown can lead amidst roster changes. A discussion on the Sixers highlights the uncertainty surrounding Embiid's health and roster depth. The Heat's evolving identity in light of Herro’s injury is analyzed, along with the Pacers’ challenge to survive without Halliburton. Finally, they consider the Bucks' roster overhaul and Giannis' future in Milwaukee.
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Celtics Embrace A Cost-Saving Pivot
- The Boston Celtics intentionally pivoted toward a cost-saving, rebuild-lite model this offseason and accepted a lower ceiling this year.
- That approach reshapes roles around Jalen Brown and role players like Sam Hauser rather than preserving last season's championship-contender roster.
Brown Set To Carry The Offense
- Jalen Brown is positioned to take on a massive usage spike and become the primary creator while Derek White and others play supporting roles.
- The Celtics' season will hinge on whether Brown seizes that opportunity or the team truly leans into a near-tank mode.
Sixers' Fate Hangs On Embiid's Availability
- The Philadelphia 76ers' ceiling swings dramatically with Joel Embiid's availability, making them either clearly better than Miami or a volatile underperformer.
- The Sixers might be more fun and freer offensively if Embiid's presence is absent and younger guards run the show.