San Antonio is still entrenched at number one in the power rankings after today's release from John Schuhmann. The reason for that is simple, yet terrifying: the Spurs have returned to the top five in both defensive (3rd) and offensive rating (5th). Their timing couldn't be more perfect with barely over a month left in the regular season.
The Silver and Black have maintained their elite defense for the vast majority of the year, but their offense hit a major snag in January. From the opening game of the season up until Christmas, the Spurs were fifth on both ends of the floor, but they've leveled up over the past 16 games, and they look as crisp as a fresh haircut before a first date.