The Oklahoma City Thunder are still the best team in the NBA, but the Denver Nuggets, Clippers, and Rockets have closed the gap. The Nuggets' new coach, David Adelman, is a smart hire, and the Clippers have a deep roster with a mix of young and veteran players. Meanwhile, the Boston Celtics are in a rebuilding phase, and the Cavaliers made a good move by acquiring Lonzo Ball. The Warriors are struggling to find a role for Jonathan Kaminga, and LeBron James' future with the Lakers is uncertain.
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