2016-17 NBA Power Rankings: Knicks, Bulls Regress In Week 9

By Gerald Bourguet | Dec 19, 2016

Nov 4, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose (25) defends Chicago Bulls guard Rajon Rondo (9) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports /

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Dec 16, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard D’Angelo Russell (1) reacts against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second half at Wells Fargo Center. The Los Angeles Lakers won 100-89. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports /

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