The San Antonio Spurs have climbed to the top of this week's NBA Power Rankings after winning nine straight games, fueled by Victor Wembanyama's dominant stretch of 151 points, 56 rebounds and 20 blocks over his last four outings.
The Los Angeles Lakers sit second at 11-2, riding a six-game winning streak powered by Luka Dončić's historic two-way start. Dončić leads the league in steals (20) and defensive loose balls recovered (9), while ranking second in charges drawn (4). His defensive stop rate of 4.2 per 100 possessions surpasses noted defenders like Jaden McDaniels and Ausar Thompson, and opponents are shooting just 25% on two-pointers when he is the closest defender — 30% below expected. The Lakers' defense is eight points per 100 possessions better with Dončić on the floor.
Other notable movers include the Minnesota Timberwolves (up nine spots to third) and the Detroit Pistons (up seven to 11th). The Boston Celtics hold fourth at 10-2, while the Houston Rockets, Golden State Warriors and Philadelphia 76ers round out the top seven.
