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New York Knicks: NBA Offseason Power Rankings

By Maurice Moton

Mar 23, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) reacts after a basket against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 23, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) reacts after a basket against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports /
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Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) reacts to a play during the first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at FedExForum.
Feb 8, 2016; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) reacts to a play during the first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports /

No. 10: Memphis Grizzlies

As a fundamentally sound basketball team, the Memphis Grizzlies don’t draw outsiders to the television. Nonetheless, they’ve clinched a playoff berth for six consecutive seasons.

The front office hired a first-time head coach in David Fizdale, but the roster remains constant with one much-needed asset, Chandler Parsons.

On any other team, Parsons doesn’t move the needle, but the Grizzlies finally acquired someone who can knock down three-pointers consistently and fill the sharpshooter role within the offense.

No. 9: Boston Celtics

Head coach Brad Stevens made the most out of an average roster in the previous season. The Boston Celtics have improved every year under his tutelage, and the trend should continue in the upcoming season.

The front office added coveted free agent Al Horford, who adds scoring to the frontcourt and resistance around the rim. Team president Danny Ainge may pull off a deal to push the Celtics after the All-Star break, but as constructed, they’re the No. 5 seed in the East.

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