5. Los Angeles Lakers (3-1)

How good does Anthony David look in purple and gold? Averaging 28 points, 12 boards and 3 blocks per game so far, it's looking more and more like this might be AD's team, not LeBron's. The supporting cast is still suspect, outside of Danny Green, but there are positive signs. The centre position was supposed to be a huge problem, but a combination of AD's willingness to play more minutes at the 5 and an Indian Summer from Dwight Howard have put pay to those early concerns.

4. Houston Rockets (3-1)

Well, would you look at that. Russell Westbrook is efficient. Turns out that supreme spacing and a genius offensive coach can do wonders for a man. Brodie has fit right in so far, averaging a triple double (again). James Harden looked out of rhythm before getting in the groove to the tune of 59 points in that absurd game against Washington. A small thing to note: Clint Capela has a series of bonuses in his contract relating to defensive rebounding. Kiss that money goodbye, big fella. There's a Kiwi bloke in OKC that you could probably talk to if you need a sympathetic ear.

3. Denver Nuggets (3-1)

For every action there is a reaction. When your team experiences strong continuity, the downside is that you're a relatively known quantity. These Nuggets are not going to tip-toe to a high seed like last season, but it they keep playing like this they won't have to. MVP candidate Nikola Jokic has starting the season a little slowly, as he often does. Jamal Murray has stepped up and looks to be that 2nd start that the front office was hoping he'd become. Averaging 18.5 points and making clutch buckets, Murray is the perfect foil for Jokic's languid genius.

2. Los Angeles Clippers (3-2)

It's all falling into place, isn't it? Kawhi Leonard is now the best player in the world. The supporting cast is deep. Lou Williams and Montrezl Harrell continue to burn defences down the stretch. Doc Rivers is back to his swaggering best on the sidelines. And Paul George is still to return. Wow!

1. Philadelphia 76ers (4-0)

Speaking of a plan coming together  the Sixers Death Lineup is exactly as advertised. They are freaking huge and teams are just unable to score on them. When Embiid sits, Horford takes over at the 5 and noting changes. Ben Simmons seems back on track after a disappointing post season. Josh Richardson hasn't settled on offense yet, but once he does, this team will be a nightmare.

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