Here’s a fresh, week-4-through-week-5 NBA vibe check on all 30 squads, stacked from the bottom to the top as of Nov. 18, keeping the pulse of form, injuries, and schedule quirks in mind.

The league’s top tier is stabilizing behind OKC and Denver, while Detroit, Houston, and the Warriors are climbing with real momentum. Let’s get into it.

30. Washington Wizards

The young core is gaining momentum, but the losses are mounting, and late-game execution remains a hurdle. Development year energy.

29. Indiana Pacers

Tough sledding with the league’s worst record tier and little traction on defense; the offense isn’t bailing them out either right now. Patience and reps are the play.

28. New Orleans Pelicans

Better health has helped, yet the defense remains swingy, and turnover pockets kill ru

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