2018-19 NBA Power Rankings: Nuggets, Clippers rise in Week 24

<p>It had to feel good for D’Angelo Russell to officially knock the Lakers out of playoff contention, but try as they might, the Brooklyn Nets have been unable to create any separation between themselves and the Pistons for the 6-seed in the East.</p> <p>With that double-OT loss to the Blazers on Monday, the Nets dropped to No. 7 in the standings once again. With the 76ers, Celtics, Bucks (twice), Raptors, Pacers and Heat all left on the docket, they’ll have a tough time getting back up to sixth.</p>. 38-37. Previous: . Brooklyn Nets. 15. team. 147