Let's quickly reenact a simple, causal NBA fan conversation on the current hierarchy of the NBA:
Are the Cavs going to repeat in the NBA Finals against the Warriors?
I think they can do it.
Well, what about the Pacers? Everyone is saying that they're going to make noise this year.
Eh, maybe?
Alright, alright. What about Toronto? Are they really going to be 3rd behind the Celtics?
Maybe. Depends on how the season plays out.
What about the Nets?
Zach Lowe puts Celtics alongside Spurs and Raptors in annual tiers of the NBA rankings
