20. Oklahoma City Thunder (1-4)

Shai Gilgeous Alexander shone on defense as a rookie in LA. Since coming over as the jewel of the Paul George trade, he's show that he might develop into a #1 option at the other end, too. There has been some hiccups transitioning into a sans-Westbrook world for the Thunder, as expected. The team is reinventing itself, though. They're passing the ball sooooo much more. And Steven Adams finally gets to claim a rebound.

19. Brooklyn Nets (1-3)

The hype coming into the season was a bit over the top, what with Kevin Durant not playing this season. But this still isn't the start that the Nets faithful were hoping for. They've been in all of their games late, but an inability to see the game out is concerning. On a positive note, Kyrie Irving appears to be in a really positive frame of mind, leaving the morose of his final Celtics season behind.

18. Indiana Pacers (1-3)

A rough start for the Pacers, who are incorporating three new starters around an front court pairing of Myles Turner and Domantas Sabonis, that might not fit together themselves. Throw in the continued absence of talisman Victor Oladipo and it paints a very muddled picture for Indiana. On a positive note, Malcolm Brogdon has fitted in seamlessly thus far and looks one of the better off season additions throughout the league.

17. Orlando Magic (2-2)

Steady as she goes for Orlando. Nik Vucevic and Evan Fournier continue to do their thing. Terrance Ross will always bring the fire from the bench. Coach Steve Clifford will always conjure up a solid defense. The positivity comes from Jon Isaac showing out – especially on defense – and the incredibly encouraging development of former #1 overall pick Markelle Fultz. Fultz is splitting time with incumbent starter DJ Augustin at the moment. Whilst the jumper is still a work in progress, he's outplaying the veteran in most other facets of the game. This is great news for the player, the team, and for basketball as a whole.

16. Phoenix Suns (3-2)

What have we here? A competent NBA side in Phoenix? It appears so. There is something to be said for having solid players on the floor at all times and the Suns roster is deep. Whilst Devin Booker is developing into a star, the rest of the roster is solid – there's really no scrubs in the rotation. Every player is competent. Keep in mind that this start is coming without last years #1 pick DeAndre Ayton, serving a drug suspension. Aussie big Aron Baynes – who has developed a nice chemistry with Ricky Rubio - has filled that break admirably.

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