OKC Thunder: TI editor power rankings week 19 – strength of schedules loom

The Suns enter week 20 of gameplay on a 17 game losing streak. In comparison, their counterparts like the Hawks and Bulls are demonstrating glimpses of what is in store in the future. Even the Knicks stopped the bleeding with three wins in four games while showcasing their trio of youngsters.

There are highlights to point to such as Deandre Ayton averaging a double-double in his rookie season and Devin Booker’s continual growth. Yet, the most delightful surprise has been T.J. Warren. Repeatedly last season I recall analysts referencing his stellar defense and ability to score, but citing his abysmal 22.2 percent perimeter efficiency on 1.4 attempts. Not only did Warren commit himself to improve in this area but he’s shooting three times as many (4.2) and connecting at a 42.8 percent rate.

Schedule particulars:

Tankathon rank for schedule strength of remaining games: 24th

Games Remaining: 21 | Home: 12 | Road: 9

• Versus top 10 offenses: eight
• Versus top 10 defenses: six
• Games facing teams over .500: nine
• Last 10 games: 0-10
• Back to back sets: three

Key Stats:

Offensive Rating: 28th (104.0)
Defensive Rating: 29th  (113.8)
Net Differential: 28th  (-9.8 )

3-Point percent: 32.7%  percent (30th)

Record: 15th in WC
Home: 7-22| Road: 4-28 | Back to back sets played: 9
Versus the West: 7-31 | Versus the East: 4-17

Week 19, 0-2: Lost @Cavaliers, @Hawks
On tap for week 20: @Heat, B2B (Pelicans, Lakers)