That’s a tough question, because as more and more superstars join forces on different teams around the league, those teams get better while smaller franchises continue to struggle. Some examples of smaller-market teams that have continuously struggled due to the “superteam” era are the Orlando Magic, Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings.
The Boston Celtics experienced a team last night that is considered a possible contender of the NBA Finals this season. The Houston Rockets actually snapped the Celtics’ four-game win streak in a close game, the final score of that game being 123-120.