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2025-26 NBA Shockwaves: Which Underdogs Are Climbing Fast While Champions Stumble?

2025-26 NBA Shockwaves: Which Underdogs Are Climbing Fast While Champions Stumble?

Week 5 in the NBA is underway, and much like the first month, the Oklahoma City Thunder claim the top spot with the Denver Nuggets right behind. The West claims by top four spots and two new squads make my top 10 as Miami and Milwaukee get bumped!

All Championship odds are courtesy of DraftKings.

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Vaughn Dalzell‘s Week 5 NBA Power Rankings

Oklahoma City Thunder Primary Logo
Oklahoma City Thunder Primary Logo

1. Oklahoma City Thunder (15-1)

NBA Finals odds: +185
Points Leader: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (32.0)
Rebound Leader: Isaiah Hartentstein (11.0)
Assist Leader: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (6.5)

Since the first two games of the season went to 2 OT, Oklahoma City has won by an average of 20.3 points and 10 straight games by double-digits. Their 15-1 mark has been an incredible start to the season and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a top two favorite for MVP.

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