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NBA power rankings 2026-27: Championship Tiers, with Knicks, Spurs Thunder in top three spots

The latest preseason power rankings feature the New York Knicks claiming the top spot as they return ten primary rotation players from their 53-win championship squad. Opening night will feature the reigning champions raising their first banner in over half a century at their home arena against the 76ers.

Meanwhile, the San Antonio Spurs sit second following a 62-win campaign, with management experimenting with a three-guard starting lineup featuring De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle, and Dylan Harper ahead of matchups against the Thunder, Rockets, and Mavericks.

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