NBA SIMS LEAGUE Power Ranking
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1 (3) | 105 | OKC |  |
12-1 Det 99, OKC 110 W Sac 121, OKC 122 W OKC 126, Den 123 W Atl 111, OKC 121 W Utah 133, OKC 103 L LAL 101, OKC 111 W OKC 128, Dal 102 W OKC 140, Hou 119 W OKC 128, Was 111 W Dal 102, OKC 124 W OKC 127, Chi 120 W Min 113, OKC 139 W OKC 118, Sac 96 W |
The Used: The Thunder are pure electricity, and The Used are the perfect post hardcore mirror. Both are high octane and capable of blowing the roof off at any moment. OKC’s roster led by Anthony Edwards’ scoring flair, De’Aaron Fox’s speed, and Anfernee Simons’ sharpshooting is built to ignite quickly and overwhelm opponents, while Avdija, Ayton, and Grimes provide the grounding support to sustain the chaos. Like The Used in their prime, the Thunder are thrilling, perfectly balanced and impossible to ignore. They may not be fully polished, but when everything clicks, they feel like the team everyone else has to chase, and right now, they’re arguably the Western Conference favorites to do just that. |
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2 (1) | 88 | NY |  |
9-3 Bos 102, NY 123 W NY 137, Mil 108 W Utah 103, NY 149 W NY 137, Atl 115 W NY 131, Chi 134 L NY 133, Tor 125 W Min 92, NY 117 W Sac 98, NY 125 W LAL 116, NY 129 W NY 133, Mia 142 L NY 139, LAC 117 W Phi 126, NY 122 L |
Taking Back Sunday: The Knicks feel like Taking Back Sunday at their peak. Proven, confident, and operating with a clear identity that works. Taking Back Sunday thrived on big hooks, emotional clarity, and a sound that felt massive without being chaotic. Never the most experimental band in the room, but one that executed its vision at an elite level. That maps neatly onto a Knicks team led by MVP caliber Kevin Durant, with Josh Giddey and Ivica Zubac emerging as reliable, complementary stars. They aren’t built on volatility or gimmicks; they’re structured, effective, and consistently dangerous. |
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3 (5) | 86 | SA |  |
9-3 SA 140, Min 99 W Por 93, SA 129 W GS 114, SA 95 L SA 119, Mil 93 W SA 123, Mem 119 W Den 134, SA 107 L SA 124, Pho 107 W SA 110, Por 118 L Pho 84, SA 148 W SA 128, LAL 97 W LAC 116, SA 123 W Mia 118, SA 123 W |
Basement: Basement’s sound is melodic yet grounded, balancing emotional depth with precise, controlled execution. Never flashy, but always resonant. San Antonio mirrors this approach perfectly. Giannis leads a roster built around Jamal Murray, Wendell Carter Jr., Rudy Gobert, and the surprising emergence of Ryan Rollins off the bench. Like Basement, the Spurs excel through cohesion, consistency, and careful construction, turning a well balanced system into a perennial contender. They may not grab headlines with chaos or spectacle, but their reliability and depth make them a team everyone has to respect. |
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4 (2) | 85 | Mil |  |
10-3 Mia 107, Mil 112 W NY 137, Mil 108 L SA 119, Mil 93 L Mil 123, Cle 118 W Chi 105, Mil 112 W Bos 82, Mil 128 W Mil 136, Den 118 W Mil 122, Cha 110 W Mil 133, Pho 104 W Cle 109, Mil 119 W Mil 133, Det 111 W Chi 138, Mil 128 L Ind 114, Mil 121 W |
My Chemical Romance: The Bucks feel like My Chemical Romance at their apex - massive, unmistakable, and operating on a level few peers can reach. MCR weren’t just another post-hardcore band, they became the genre’s defining force, pairing theatrical ambition with real substance underneath. Milwaukee mirrors that stature. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the league’s best player, Evan Mobley is one of the best defensive players in the NSL, and Brandon Ingram provides scoring versatility that bends matchups like few can. This team isn’t built on novelty or surprise, they impose their identity. Like MCR, the Bucks command attention simply by existing, and when everything is aligned, they feel less like a contender and more like the standard everyone else is measured against. |
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5 (6) | 83 | Ind |  |
10-3 Ind 122, Was 115 W Den 118, Ind 128 W Ind 129, Pho 120 W Ind 105, Phi 120 L Det 103, Ind 112 W Ind 122, Cle 119 W Ind 108, GS 112 L Ind 129, Bos 125 W Tor 123, Ind 135 W Ind 139, Por 122 W Atl 114, Ind 131 W Ind 148, Den 127 W Ind 114, Mil 121 L |
Dance Gavin Dance: The Pacers are a high-energy, unpredictable team that mirrors the chaotic brilliance of Dance Gavin Dance. With GM Yeet making bold, loud statements daily and stars Cade Cunningham, Chet Holmgren, and Darius Garland providing both flair and skill, the Pacers can overwhelm opponents with speed, creativity, and sheer audacity. Much like the band’s genre-bending, off-kilter post-hardcore, this roster thrives on improvisation, fast transitions, and moments of jaw dropping brilliance, but consistency and stability is still a work in progress. |
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6 (15) | 76 | Cha |  |
9-5 Cha 122, Utah 127 L Cha 121, Bkn 116 W LAC 108, Cha 117 W Bos 113, Cha 108 L LAL 117, Cha 103 L Cha 120, Was 114 W Cha 100, Mia 118 L Mil 122, Cha 110 L Bos 109, Cha 119 W Bkn 106, Cha 134 W Cha 112, Orl 106 W Phi 119, Cha 139 W Det 79, Cha 95 W Bkn 106, Cha 116 W |
Letlive: The Hornets embody the same barely contained intensity that defined Letlive at their peak. Jason Butler was never sidelined...he was everywhere, channeling chaos into performances that felt like they could collapse or explode at any moment. That same volatility defines a Hornets team led by Ja Morant, whose talent is undeniable but whose availability and unpredictability constantly put the ceiling in question. Around him, steady veterans Bam Adebayo and Pascal Siakam provide structure and grounding, much like the band’s tight, aggressive instrumentation anchoring Butler’s ferocity. When everything aligns, the Hornets feel overwhelming and dangerous. The problem, for both, has never been effort or passion, it’s sustaining control long enough to turn intensity into consistent success. |
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7 (14) | 66 | Utah |  |
8-4 Cha 122, Utah 127 W Utah 103, NY 149 L Utah 129, Pho 107 W Min 109, Utah 143 W Utah 96, Hou 100 L Utah 133, OKC 103 W LAL 114, Utah 116 W Det 127, Utah 123 L Orl 108, Utah 119 W Utah 130, Min 114 W Utah 124, Sac 113 W Tor 133, Utah 112 L |
Far: The Jazz echo Far in the way their roster blends raw power with emotional volatility, always flirting with something greater than what consistently shows up. Emerging in the early 90s Sacramento scene, Far were heavy without being metallic, melodic without being soft, built on thick, grinding guitars, dynamic shifts, and Jonah Matranga’s expressive, almost strained vocal delivery. They were respected, influential, and quietly ahead of their time, yet never fully rewarded with sustained mainstream success. Utah feels similar. When Joel Embiid is available, he tilts the floor like few players in the league. James Harden, even at this stage, can still control tempo and shoulder offensive responsibility. Kristaps Porziņģis raises the ceiling when healthy, while Franz Wagner and Austin Reaves give the team real momentum toward the future. The talent is real and the structure makes sense, but rarely is Utah able to stay fully intact long enough to reach their highest ceiling. Like Far, the Jazz are compelling not because they dominate headlines, but because when everything clicks, you can clearly hear what they could have been all along. |
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8 (11) | 63 | Hou |  |
8-4 Pho 121, Hou 141 W LAL 129, Hou 100 L Hou 97, Por 122 L Hou 116, Sac 109 W Utah 96, Hou 100 W Hou 129, Orl 114 W Hou 141, Chi 134 W OKC 140, Hou 119 L Hou 125, LAC 142 L Hou 123, Tor 115 W Por 100, Hou 118 W Hou 130, Phi 95 W |
Refused: The Rockets are a rare, game defining team, much like Refused in the world of post-hardcore. Refused came out swinging with 1997’s The Shape of Punk to Come, laying the foundation for modern post-hardcore with their technical precision, innovation, and boundary pushing aggression. Houston mirrors that legacy: Jokic has redefined what a team built around a center can do, blending size, skill, inside-outside dominance, and elite passing to orchestrate an offense that stretches the floor and creates opportunities for everyone. Tyrese Maxey adds youthful energy and two-way ability, while Tyrese Haliburton’s absence is noticeable but doesn’t diminish the Rockets ability to dictate matchups. Like Refused, this is a team that reshapes expectations and forces everyone else to adapt when they’re at their best. |
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9 (16) | 60 | Mia |  |
7-5 Tor 117, Mia 122 W Mia 107, Mil 112 L Mia 110, Dal 119 L Mia 119, Cle 128 L Cha 100, Mia 118 W Orl 97, Mia 113 W Mia 125, Phi 123 W Mia 130, Atl 133 L Mia 118, Tor 108 W NY 133, Mia 142 W Mia 118, SA 123 L NO 97, Mia 111 W |
Circa Survive: The Heat reflect Circa Survive’s blend of technical mastery and standout leadership. Circa Survive’s post-hardcore combines intricate guitar work, unpredictable rhythms, and Anthony Green’s instantly recognizable, soaring vocals. A mix of skill and character that elevates everything around it. Miami mirrors that dynamic as GM Pete has built a roster that can surprise and adapt, with Lauri Markkanen as the focal point, and Derrick White and Jalen Duren capable of taking over games at any moment. The team thrives on versatility and moments of brilliance, swinging from controlled execution to explosive impact at the drop of a dime, just as Circa Survive moves effortlessly from complex, technical passages to emotionally striking peaks. |
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10 (4) | 59 | Cle |  |
7-5 Cle 109, Orl 128 L Mil 123, Cle 118 L Mem 79, Cle 95 W Mia 119, Cle 128 W Ind 122, Cle 119 L LAL 114, Cle 126 W Cle 113, Orl 100 W Cle 133, Sac 107 W Det 116, Cle 102 L Cle 123, Bkn 108 W Cle 109, Mil 119 L Cle 151, Den 128 W |
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11 (23) | 58 | Was |  |
7-5 Was 118, Phi 114 W Ind 122, Was 115 L Orl 115, Was 108 L Was 122, Bos 104 W Was 100, Bkn 117 L Cha 120, Was 114 L Atl 100, Was 132 W Was 119, Det 101 W OKC 128, Was 111 L Chi 113, Was 125 W Was 123, NO 115 W Was 142, Phi 118 W |
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12 (13) | 57 | NO |  |
7-5 Sac 118, NO 87 L NO 97, LAC 113 L NO 146, Den 139 W Bkn 92, NO 128 W Por 112, NO 135 W NO 117, LAC 99 W NO 120, Atl 95 W Pho 106, NO 116 W Was 123, NO 115 L NO 149, Chi 157 L NO 127, Bos 122 W NO 97, Mia 111 L |
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13 (9) | 48 | Chi |  |
6-6 Dal 121, Chi 109 L Orl 120, Chi 104 L Chi 123, Bkn 112 W Chi 105, Mil 112 L NY 131, Chi 134 W Hou 141, Chi 134 L Chi 122, Min 93 W Tor 97, Chi 118 W Chi 113, Was 125 L OKC 127, Chi 120 L NO 149, Chi 157 W Chi 138, Mil 128 W |
Glassjaw: Not just because Glassjaw is my favorite band, The Bulls parallel Glassjaw in a very specific, frustrating way. Glassjaw emerged in the early 2000s as one of the most exciting and influential bands in post-hardcore, but chronic health issues for vocalist Daryl Palumbo repeatedly derailed their momentum at critical moments. Despite a rabid cult following and universal respect within the genre, they never quite reached the sustained commercial or mainstream heights of some equally revered peers. The Bulls sit in a similar space. LaMelo Ball is a franchise level talent, but persistent ankle injuries have capped the team’s ceiling, turning what should have been a higher trajectory into a series of “what if” seasons. Like Glassjaw, the Bulls are respected, dangerous on their best days, but held just short of their full potential by circumstances they couldn’t control. |
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14 (7) | 47 | LAL |  |
6-6 LAL 110, Min 74 W GS 76, LAL 104 W LAL 129, Hou 100 W LAL 117, Cha 103 W LAL 114, Cle 126 L LAL 101, OKC 111 L LAL 114, Utah 116 L Mem 111, LAL 87 L LAL 116, NY 129 L LAL 108, Det 104 W SA 128, LAL 97 L LAL 125, Mem 114 W |
Chiodos:The Lakers mirror Chiodos in the most frustrating way possible; unmistakably unique, wildly talented, and never fully able to become what they should have been. Chiodos stood apart in post-hardcore by incorporating piano into their sound, something virtually unheard of in heavier rock music, adding elegance and drama to music that was already technical and emotional. That same contrast defines this Lakers roster. Zion Williamson, Kawhi Leonard, and Victor Wembanyama form a core unlike anything else in the league, blending star power, upside, and rare skill, with Amen Thompson serving as the connective, do-everything piece. Yet, like Chiodos’ constant lineup changes, internal tension, and instability that stalled their ascent, the Lakers are perpetually disrupted by availability issues and an inability to sustain continuity. The potential is obvious. But due to constant injuries, the execution rarely is. |
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15 (12) | 45 | Phi |  |
6-7 Was 118, Phi 114 L Phi 129, Dal 119 W Phi 114, Mem 105 W Ind 105, Phi 120 W Phi 109, Tor 122 L Pho 95, Phi 131 W Mia 125, Phi 123 L Phi 123, Bos 93 W Phi 119, Cha 139 L Phi 126, NY 122 W Sac 120, Phi 107 L Was 142, Phi 118 L Hou 130, Phi 95 L |
Quicksand: The 76ers mirror Quicksand in both timing and temperament. Quicksand emerged in the early 90s as one of the first bands to slow hardcore down with thick, muscular guitar tones, heavy mid-tempo grooves, and a restrained, almost stoic intensity that favored weight over chaos. That same veteran gravity defines this Sixers team. Led by an aging trio of DeMar DeRozan, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green, Philadelphia isn’t built on speed or spectacle, but on experience, physicality, and an understanding of how games are actually won. Like Quicksand, they’re not chasing trends or flash, they’re imposing presence, leaning on fundamentals, and daring opponents to outlast them. The ceiling may not be limitless, but the identity is clear, respected, and hard to deny. |
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16 (27) | 44 | GS |  |
6-6 GS 76, LAL 104 L GS 114, SA 95 W Den 100, GS 113 W Tor 121, GS 91 L LAC 124, GS 107 L Dal 103, GS 95 L Ind 108, GS 112 W GS 98, Por 120 L Atl 100, GS 109 W Bos 96, GS 104 W Sac 106, GS 105 L GS 106, Pho 82 W |
Alexisonfire: Alexisonfire built their reputation not around a single dominant voice, but through balance featuring multiple vocalists, clearly defined roles, and a sound that blended heaviness, melody, and discipline into something sustainable over time. That’s exactly how Dazman has constructed this roster. There’s no true star, but there is depth, versatility, and purpose: NAW, Jordan Poole, Tobias Harris, Ayo Dosunmu, Obi Toppin, Brook Lopez, Jeff Green, and others all contribute within a clearly defined structure. The Warriors sit at .500 through three weeks, very much in the play-in mix, not because of top end talent but because they’re organized, financially sound, and patiently building forward. Like Alexisonfire, this isn’t about short term payouts—it’s about cohesion, role clarity, and setting a foundation that lasts longer than any one season. |
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17 (8) | 39 | Dal |  |
6-7 Dal 118, Por 100 W Phi 129, Dal 119 L Mia 110, Dal 119 W Dal 125, LAC 117 W Dal 121, Chi 109 W Dal 103, GS 95 W OKC 128, Dal 102 L Dal 113, Bkn 117 L Det 118, Dal 106 L Dal 72, Mem 92 L Dal 102, OKC 124 L Orl 93, Dal 102 W Den 130, Dal 95 L |
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18 (26) | 39 | LAC |  |
5-7 LAC 101, Det 109 L LAC 108, Cha 117 L NO 97, LAC 113 W Dal 125, LAC 117 L LAC 124, GS 107 W LAC 125, Mem 115 W NO 117, LAC 99 L LAC 113, Min 121 L Hou 125, LAC 142 W NY 139, LAC 117 L LAC 116, SA 123 L LAC 119, Pho 90 W |
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19 (18) | 37 | Tor |  |
5-8 Tor 117, Mia 122 L Atl 129, Tor 122 L Tor 111, Pho 128 L Tor 121, GS 91 W Phi 109, Tor 122 W Tor 138, Bkn 135 W NY 133, Tor 125 L Tor 123, Ind 135 L Tor 97, Chi 118 L Mia 118, Tor 108 L Bkn 113, Tor 132 W Hou 123, Tor 115 L Tor 133, Utah 112 W |
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20 (10) | 33 | Por |  |
5-7 Dal 118, Por 100 L Por 102, Mem 97 W Por 93, SA 129 L Hou 97, Por 122 W Por 112, NO 135 L Den 128, Por 136 W SA 110, Por 118 W GS 98, Por 120 W Ind 139, Por 122 L Orl 112, Por 104 L Por 100, Hou 118 L Mem 114, Por 104 L |
Brand New: The Blazers feel like Brand New at the start of their long arc: defined less by the present than by what’s clearly coming. Cooper Flagg and Brandon Miller give Portland a serious foundation, while Damian Lillard’s season long absence hangs over the franchise like an unresolved verse. Add in an absurd war chest of 27 first round picks over the next five years and this team is clearly building toward something much larger than what’s on the floor today. Like Brand New, the Blazers aren’t chasing flash or instant payoff; they’re patient, inward-focused, and methodical. Right now, the results are uneven, but the trajectory is unmistakable. This is a team designed for a major payoff down the line. |
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21 (22) | 31 | Sac |  |
5-8 Sac 121, OKC 122 L Sac 118, NO 87 W Sac 108, Bkn 130 L Mem 112, Sac 122 W Hou 116, Sac 109 L Sac 104, Mem 112 L Det 105, Sac 109 W Cle 133, Sac 107 L Sac 98, NY 125 L OKC 118, Sac 96 L Utah 124, Sac 113 L Sac 106, GS 105 W Sac 120, Phi 107 W |
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22 (20) | 30 | Den |  |
4-8 Den 118, Ind 128 L NO 146, Den 139 L OKC 126, Den 123 L Den 100, GS 113 L Min 125, Den 144 W Den 134, SA 107 W Mil 136, Den 118 L Den 128, Por 136 L Ind 148, Den 127 L Cle 151, Den 128 L Den 142, Atl 123 W Den 130, Dal 95 W |
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23 (17) | 30 | Mem |  |
4-8 Por 102, Mem 97 L Phi 114, Mem 105 L Mem 112, Sac 122 L Mem 79, Cle 95 L SA 123, Mem 119 L LAC 125, Mem 115 L Sac 104, Mem 112 W Mem 111, LAL 87 W Dal 72, Mem 92 W Mem 104, Min 106 L Mem 114, Por 104 W LAL 125, Mem 114 L |
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24 (21) | 27 | Orl |  |
4-7 Cle 109, Orl 128 W Bos 119, Orl 112 L Orl 120, Chi 104 W Orl 115, Was 108 W Hou 129, Orl 114 L Orl 97, Mia 113 L Cle 113, Orl 100 L Orl 108, Utah 119 L Cha 112, Orl 106 L Orl 93, Dal 102 L Orl 112, Por 104 W |
La Dispute: The Magic are surviving more than they are succeeding, and La Dispute is the right parallel. La Dispute’s sound is poetic, tense, and emotionally driven. It isn't built to dominate, but to endure and communicate something real under difficult circumstances. Orlando’s season looks similar. Naz Reid has carried the load admirably, while highly drafted rookies Thomas Sorber (2025's 5th pick) and Nikola Topic (2024's 10th pick) haven’t seen the floor, and Kyrie Irving appears likely to miss most of the year. Despite all of that, the Magic sit just three games under .500 through three weeks, not because they’re good, but because they compete, stay organized, and grind out results they probably shouldn’t. Like La Dispute, this isn’t a team built for wins or polish; it’s a group holding itself together through structure and effort, even if the losses eventually pile up. |
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25 (19) | 23 | Det |  |
4-8 Det 99, OKC 110 L LAC 101, Det 109 W Det 88, Bos 114 L Det 103, Ind 112 L Was 119, Det 101 L Det 105, Sac 109 L Det 127, Utah 123 W Det 118, Dal 106 W Det 116, Cle 102 W LAL 108, Det 104 L Mil 133, Det 111 L Det 79, Cha 95 L |
Balance & Composure: The Pistons are in the early stages of a rebuild, but there’s a calm competence to what they’re doing that feels intentional rather than desperate. Balance & Composure built their reputation on restraint—moody, measured post-hardcore that emphasized cohesion, tone, and slow burn development over instant payoff. Detroit mirrors that approach. Ausar Thompson is the clear foundation, Kyle Kuzma provides veteran scoring and stability. Sitting at 4–8 after three weeks. Like Balance & Composure, this isn’t about flash or immediate contention; it’s about establishing an identity, trusting the process, and letting growth happen organically. |
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26 (25) | 22 | Atl |  |
4-7 Atl 129, Tor 122 W Min 100, Atl 120 W NY 137, Atl 115 L Atl 111, OKC 121 L Atl 100, Was 132 L Mia 130, Atl 133 W NO 120, Atl 95 L Bos 99, Atl 111 W Atl 100, GS 109 L Atl 114, Ind 131 L Den 142, Atl 123 L |
Hail The Sun: Atlanta mirrors Hail The Sun's appeal: explosive, athletic, and built to move fast. With Immanuel Quickley and Coby White pushing tempo, Desmond Bane providing reliable firepower, and Donovan Clingan anchoring the middle, the Hawks are exciting in a way that feels immediate and high-energy. Like Hail The Sun’s soaring melodies and technical precision, Atlanta’s strength lies in pace, spacing, and momentum. The pieces fit cleanly, the upside is obvious, and while they may not be fully realized yet, this is a team that can overwhelm opponents quickly when the rhythm is right. |
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27 (28) | 19 | Bos |  |
4-9 Bos 102, NY 123 L Bos 119, Orl 112 W Bos 113, Cha 108 W Det 88, Bos 114 W Was 122, Bos 104 L Bos 82, Mil 128 L Bos 109, Cha 119 L Ind 129, Bos 125 L Phi 123, Bos 93 L Bos 99, Atl 111 L Bos 96, GS 104 L NO 127, Bos 122 L Bkn 118, Bos 119 W |
Pianos Become The Teeth: The Celtics are a young, evolving team, and Pianos Become The Teeth journey mirrors that perfectly. PBTT started as a chaotic, emotionally volatile, and screamy band, then morphed into a more restrained, emotionally driven indie-influenced sound, and have now developed a post-punk/ambient approach, redefining themselves twice while building true staying power. Boston is in a gap year with Jayson Tatum expected to miss the season, the youngest roster in the league at just 21.5 years old, and just 2.6 years of experience per player. Yet they already show flashes of greatness, with Sengun leading the charge and a bright future ahead. Like PBTT, the Celtics are learning to balance intensity with restraint, chaos with structure, and promise with execution. Boston is a team evolving toward something lasting and remarkable. |
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28 (24) | 16 | Bkn |  |
3-9 Cha 121, Bkn 116 L Sac 108, Bkn 130 W Bkn 92, NO 128 L Chi 123, Bkn 112 L Tor 138, Bkn 135 L Was 100, Bkn 117 W Dal 113, Bkn 117 W Bkn 106, Cha 134 L Cle 123, Bkn 108 L Bkn 113, Tor 132 L Bkn 106, Cha 116 L Bkn 118, Bos 119 L |
Emarosa: The Nets remind me of prime Emarosa with a roster capable of stunning performances but frequently held back by circumstances beyond their control. Trae Young hasn’t suited up yet, and injuries to key rotation players like TJ McConnell and Derick Lively have prevented the team from reaching its full potential. Zach LaVine, one of the greatest players in Sim League history, provides star level scoring, while OG Anunoby anchors the defense with consistency and impact. Johnny Craig’s soulful, powerful, and R&B-infused vocals carried Emarosa through their most explosive moments, yet instability at times kept the band from fully realizing their promise. The Nets reflect this dynamic perfectly: immensely talented and capable of a playoff push once fully healthy, but still navigating the volatility that has delayed their peak. |
| 29 (29) | 2 | Min |  |
3-9 LAL 110, Min 74 L SA 140, Min 99 L Min 100, Atl 120 L Min 109, Utah 143 L Min 125, Den 144 L LAC 113, Min 121 W Chi 122, Min 93 L Min 92, NY 117 L Utah 130, Min 114 L Min 113, OKC 139 L Pho 116, Min 123 W Mem 104, Min 106 W |
Thrice: The Timberwolves feel like Thrice in their later era veteran-led, battle tested, and still capable of real impact despite the miles. Anthony Davis remains an elite talent, Paul George is still pretty damn good, but age and injuries have made their dominance more situational than constant. Still, there’s substance here: Jonas Valančiūnas’ surprising 22ppg and 12rpg production has stabilized the middle, while rookie Jeremiah Fears emerging as a legitimate Rookie of the Year candidate adds fresh energy to an otherwise veteran core. Like Thrice, the Wolves may no longer rely on raw explosiveness, but their evolution, balance, and experience make them far more dangerous than their record might suggest when everything aligns. | |
| 30 (30) | -16 | Pho |  |
1-11 Pho 121, Hou 141 L Ind 129, Pho 120 L Utah 129, Pho 107 L Tor 111, Pho 128 W Pho 95, Phi 131 L SA 124, Pho 107 L Mil 133, Pho 104 L Pho 106, NO 116 L Pho 84, SA 148 L Pho 116, Min 123 L LAC 119, Pho 90 L GS 106, Pho 82 L |
Finch: The Suns are a team full of potential but still finding their identity, much like Finch in their prime. GM Laddas is active, and young talents like Shaedon Sharpe provide sparks of excitement, but the roster lacks the depth and cohesion to compete. Finch’s post-hardcore was energetic, dynamic, and emotionally charged, yet often felt unfinished - a perfect mirror for a Suns team capable of stunning bursts of brilliance but still searching for the structure and experience needed to turn promise into wins. |