2018-19 NBA Power Rankings Week 1: Philadelphia 76ers steady in top 5

With a few days under our belt, where the Philadelphia 76ers stand among the loaded NBA field?

The 2018-19 NBA season has given us ample excitement in the first week. We’ve seen Sixers-Celtics, LeBron James‘ Lakers debut, and an early Game of the Year candidate in Warriors-Jazz. Oh, and a Chris Paul–Rajon Rondo brawl with suspensions forthcoming.

If the first five days have been any indiction, we’re on track for a highly entertaining season. Both conferences have elite teams duking it out up top, while the rebuilding franchises toward the bottom generally have enjoyable young talent.

As for the Philadelphia 76ers, their 2-1 start features wins over Chicago and Orlando. Joel Embiid is averaging 28.3 points per game, while Ben Simmons is averaging 12.0 points, 9.3 rebounds and 7.7 assists (he only played seven minutes against the Magic).

Here’s where every NBA team stands as the first week draws to a close.