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NBA Player Power Rankings: Can Anyone Overthrow the Leader?

By Greg Chin

Jan 31, 2015; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) dribbles past Phoenix Suns guard Isaiah Thomas (3) in the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Suns 106-87. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 31, 2015; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) dribbles past Phoenix Suns guard Isaiah Thomas (3) in the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Suns 106-87. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports /
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Feb 2, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul (3) dribbles the ball as Brooklyn Nets point guard Jarrett Jack (0) defends during the first quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 2, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul (3) dribbles the ball as Brooklyn Nets point guard Jarrett Jack (0) defends during the first quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /

10. Chris Paul (Los Angeles Clippers)

The Los Angeles Clippers are quietly creeping up the Western Conference standings, and are now one game behind the third-seeded Houston Rockets. A big reason for their improvement has been Chris Paul’s recent play.

In his last four games, Paul has scored at least 20 points in each contest, and has increased his rebounding numbers as well. He has grabbed at least eight rebounds in two of his last three games. His improved play is a big reason why the Clippers have surged up the standings, and this is despite them having a slow start to the season.

The Clippers have big plans for the postseason, and will need Chris Paul to play at his best if they intend to go far in the playoffs.

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