I don’t even mind the Kings being that low when I then see the blazers at 5(!) and the rockets down at 8. The kings should be about 22, but you know what, being this low means we can only move up that much more.

check his profile – he’s been an NFL writer until now (not that USA Today is known for their great coverage anyhow). He’s clearly out of his element and behind the times – those rankings are simply AWFUL (and no, I’m not being a homer – I’m more confused by Portland at 5 and Houston at 8).

clippers are number 19 omfg im gonna kill myself

Grain of salt taken.

The world is falling upon us. The Kings will finally have a realistic shot at the no. 1 pick again.

Oh my goodness. These powerrankings including Stein’s are so asinine that I get a kick out of reading them like when trolls post here or anywhere else.

“At least they have Beno Udrih.”

“At least he has the time for garbage”

I think there’s no way the Kings hit the 38 win mark this year not when you trade a talented player like Artest for an unproven rookie who was selected late first round and an aging point guard like Bobby Jackson. Sorry to spoil the party but I think Minnesota could be A LOT better this year like maybe +10 more wins from last year. I think Jefferson is so underrated, Kevin Love is going to be a good contributor cuz he’ll get the minutes and then you throw in Craig Smith and Ryan Gomes who are good subs and they have a nice frontline. I think Minnesota missed Randy Foye last year and picking up Mike Miller is huge to fill the gaping hole at the 2 guard spot. I think Kevin McHale has quietly done a nice job up in Minnesota despite all the bad publicity.

I think the Kings’ success this season depends on Beno Udrih’ continue development as a better point guard and also the young big’s development. Spencer Hawes’ continued improvement is going to be vital because I honestly see Miller and Mikki regressing.

Memphis, Oklahoma City are definitely the cellar dwellers in the West but Oklahoma City has a nice future and a couple of more smart moves and they could be a good team.

Underrated:

1. Minnesota: See above.

2. Golden State Warriors: Losing Baron hurts but Corey Maggette is a solid addition and they’re still going to give people a lot of problems at home and is going to be solid. I see them grabbing 45-50 wins this year.

3. Dallas Mavericks: They still got a talented team and I think they’re still a lock for the playoffs.

Overrated:

1. Portland Trailblazers: Last year they overachieved, Oden still a rookie, Blake is their starting point guard and Bayless is a rookie. They’re still way too young and haven’t won a damn thing yet.

2. New Orleans Hornets: Had a nice year but it seemed like everything just fell right into place for them last year. Peja played out of his mind and is it just me or do they still have absolutely no bench whatsoever and that only CP3 and David West are their only consistent offensive threat.
 
3. Los Angeles Clippers: Elton Brand and Corey Maggette for Marcus Camby and Baron Davis, that’s a downgrade, I’m sorry Clipper fans. Ricky Davis, ugh, and so many additions that make no sense at all like Knight for Hart? Jason Williams and Brian Skinner??? LOL. That looks like a list of misfit Kings right there. Good luck, LA.