The Rockets are in fifth place.
After buying out Bosh, the Rockets used the freed-up cap space to sign Eric Gordon and Tucker, significantly enhancing the team's competitiveness.
This wave feels greatly like "when a giant falls, everything else flourishes."
And this summer, they also signed a new head coach, Mike D'Antoni.
They showcased a very fierce offensive firepower in the preseason.
The Raptors, 76ers, and Thunders ranked 6th to 8th respectively.
It's worth mentioning that this is the first time in recent years that the number of Eastern teams in the top 8 of the power rankings equals that of the Western teams.
The pattern of the strong West and weak East has shifted to a more balanced state this season.
The Cavaliers' opponent for the opening game is the Warriors.
Continuing from last season's Finals, although the Warriors' lineup has undergone significant changes, the matchup between the two teams is still full of talking points.
