2018-19 NBA Power Rankings: Rockets, Pacers shine in Week 12

team. 29. <p><strong>New Year’s resolution: Keep the playoff streak alive</strong></p> <p>The San Antonio Spurs have been to 21 straight playoffs. It’s a historic streak, and even if it ends in another first round playoff exit for such a defensively flawed team, that’s really all that matters this season.</p> <p>Simply put, the Spurs are too good to tank — even in a Western Conference where the 4-seed and 14th place are separated by a mere 5.5 games. Gregg Popovich and company don’t run, so as long as <a rel=. 20-17. Previous: . San Antonio Spurs. 13