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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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Sacramento Kings head coach Dave Joerger during a press conference at the Sacramento Kings XC (Experience Center).
May 10, 2016; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Dave Joerger during a press conference at the Sacramento Kings XC (Experience Center). Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports /

No. 28: Sacramento Kings

The Sacramento Kings hired former Memphis Grizzlies head coach Dave Joerger, but the front office still doesn’t know whether they’re coming or going. Until the Kings establish a direction for their basketball team, it’ll remain in disarray.

The Kings have a strong frontcourt with DeMarcus Cousins and Willie Cauley-Stein at the 4- and 5-spots. However, it seems the team will deal forward Rudy Gay, guard Ben McLemore and center Kosta Koufos in a trade, per ESPN’s Marc Stein. You can place the under construction sign on the logo.

No. 27: Los Angeles Lakers

It sounds crazy, but the Los Angeles Lakers will improve dramatically without Kobe Bryant. His farewell tour ended with a bang. Now, the team can return to playing team basketball and developing their young talent. Head coach Luke Walton’s first coaching experience will come with struggles. The starting five probably ranks as one of the youngest in the league.

Expect a big year for guards D’Angelo Russell and Jordan Clarkson. Walton will allow the inexperienced talent to play freely and learn from their mistakes. The Lakers will draw interest with Brandon Ingram joining a young group, but they’re not winning a lot of games.

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