NBA power rankings: third edition

What a week in the NBA! The Warriors win streak ends at 24, the Thunder begin a 5-game win streak of their own and the Hornets crack the top-10 in overall offense and defense, while the 76ers and Lakers continue to slump.

THE APPALACHIAN NBA POWER RANKINGS: THIRD EDITION RANK TEAM RECORD COMMENTS 1 (-) 24-1

What a start! 24-0 to begin the season and a 28-game winning streak dating back to last season before finally tallying an L. The reigning MVP is averaging 32.3 points per game and playing just under 35 minutes (34.9). He’s also shooting 45.8 percent from 3-point land. The Bucks who defeated the Warriors were also the same franchise that beat the Lakers teams the Warriors were chasing in…