NBA Power Rankings: Who are the biggest threats to the Warriors?

OAKLAND, CA - NOVEMBER 21: Kevin Durant #35 of the Golden State Warriors shoots over Paul George #13 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during an NBA basketball game at ORACLE Arena on November 21, 2018 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
OAKLAND, CA - NOVEMBER 21: Kevin Durant #35 of the Golden State Warriors shoots over Paul George #13 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during an NBA basketball game at ORACLE Arena on November 21, 2018 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
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Washington Wizards (Photo by Brian Sevald/NBAE via Getty Images)
Washington Wizards (Photo by Brian Sevald/NBAE via Getty Images)

21. Washington Wizards

Following John Wall‘s season-ending Achilles injury, the Washington Wizards have turned to Bradley Beal to carry much of the load offensively. He’s certainly stepped up to the challenge as well.

Averaging a career-high 25.1 points per game. Beal has taken his game to the next level. However, with Markieff Morris now off the team and Dwight Howard‘s addition not living up to the hype, the Wizards have been one of the few teams still not to have over 25 victories.

The Wizards should drop in the rankings as the season continues, being a good bit out of the 8th spot in the East. With the trade deadline over, expect the Wizards to potentially join the teams tanking for a top draft spot.

However, they may not lose games on Bradley Beal’s watch.