1. Brooklyn Nets
A look at the Eastern Conference standings would suggest that the Brooklyn Nets should be nowhere near the top spot of this countdown.
However, despite their 9-16 record, if Jason Kidd can keep Deron Williams and Brook Lopez healthy and firing, then there is no reason why the Nets can’t be genuine contenders.
Garnett and Pierce add experience and solidity but they should not be relied on heavily, while Joe Johnson continues to play his role.
That line-up will trouble most teams in the NBA, but with key pieces going down with injuries then they face a tough time at both ends.
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