NBA Power Rankings Shift After Flurry of Free-Agent Signings

The NBA offseason continues to reshape the league, with recent deals sending Peyton Watson to Cleveland, DeMar DeRozan to Denver, and Jonathan Kuminga to Minnesota. The updated power rankings reflect these moves, projecting teams like Sacramento and Milwaukee near the bottom while emphasizing development for young players. The rankings incorporate team stats, recent performance, and championship potential, with a heavy reliance on projection during free agency.