The first month of the NBA season has come and gone with teams around the league nearing the quarter mark of this year’s campaign. Thus far, we’ve seen a number of surprising starts—both good and bad—as both conferences’ standings are more broadly starting to take shape. Here’s a look at where things stand coming off another exciting week of action.
(Note: SI’s NBA staff is ranking every team from best to worst all season long, taking into account how each squad is currently playing.)
1. Golden State Warriors
Current record: 15–2
Previous ranking: 1
Klay Thompson’s return is coming soon and, when he steps on the floor, he’ll join not only one of the league’s most exciting offenses but an elite defense as well.