The first week of play always leads to huge swings in the power rankings — a three-game losing streak that might not raise an eyebrow in February prompts a deep-dive reassessment from some fans in October. Here’s where things stand now, but expect teams to find their level over the coming weeks. At the top, OKC has already found its level.

[Note: The ranking tiers — True Title Condenders, Second-Circle Condenders, Playoffs or Bust, etc. — have been removed for now, it’s too early to categorize most teams. They will return when things are more settled and we have a sense of where teams slot in the league.]

1. Oklahoma City Thunder

(3-0, last week No. 1)

It may have taken double overtime in its first two games, but Oklahoma City is undefeated, with a top-10 offense and defense to start t

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