Every Monday, the Lakers Basketblog checks the net to bring you the latest NBA power rankings.
NBA.com
This Week: 2 | Last Week: 5 | Diff: +3
Sunday’s blowout of the Spurs was certainly a statement, but home court in the playoffs probably doesn’t mean as much to the Lakers (29-11 at STAPLES with one more to play) than it would for some of the other contenders. No matter what, they may have to go through much of the postseason without Andrew Bynum.
ESPN.com
This Week: 2 | Last Week: 4 | Diff: +2
Let the record show that this MVP vote for Kobe was posted before L.A.’s weekend wins over the Hornets and Spurs. One more win now should clinch Kobe’s MVP trophy and the West’s top seed.
SI.com
This Week: 2 | Last Week: 3 | Diff: +1
A season that began with turmoil surrounding Kobe Bryant’s future with the team has become something out of a Hollywood movie. Bryant’s MVP-type season — and a blockbuster trade for Pau Gasol — has the Lakers back atop the West and a prime title contender.
Average Ranking: This Week: 2 | Last Week: 4 | Diff: +2
