NBA Power Rankings Week 13: Milwaukee Bucks remain on top as the Utah Jazz surge

#3 Denver Nuggets - Record: 27-12

The Denver Nuggets have recovered from a slow start

While the Denver Nuggets suffered a bitterly disappointing defeat to the Cavs last week, they were largely impressive as they picked up wins over the Hawks, Mavericks and Clippers. A 3-1 record was enough to keep Denver second in the West, and with a favorable schedule to come over the next week, they should be able to further solidify their position.

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#2 Los Angeles Lakers - Record: 32-7

Kyle Kuzma enjoyed his best week of the season

The Los Angeles Lakers had to contend with a number of notable absences over the past week, but Frank Vogel's team still finished Week 12 with a perfect 3-0 record. Wins over the Knicks, Mavericks and Thunder increased LA's winning streak to eight games, and the Lakers will be encouraged by the recent form of several role players such as Kyle Kuzma and Rajon Rondo.

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#1 Milwaukee Bucks - Record: 35-6

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks remain the team to beat

The Bucks opened the week with a surprise 104-126 defeat to the struggling Spurs, but the Eastern Conference leaders quickly recovered to post three consecutive wins. Wins over the Warriors, Kings and Trail Blazers increased Milwaukee's record for the season to 35-6, and they appear to have already locked up the top spot in the East.