NBA 2019-20: 5 teams that have over-achieved the most so far

#2 Dallas Mavericks

Luka Doncic is making the Mavericks relevant in the West again

Led by a European sensation in Luka Doncic, the Dallas Mavericks have been nothing short of amazing this season. Carrying a league-best offensive rating (117.1), the Mavs are placed as a feared fourth seed on the Western Conference standings behind an astonishing 21-10 (0.677) record.

The support crew is clicking, the shots are falling and more importantly, they are winning at a consistent pace.

The fact that the entire roster has reacted well to a 20-year-old's leadership tells us this team is here for the long haul. The coupling of Doncic with Kristaps Porzingis has elevated the ceiling of this franchise for the near future, as they look equipped to make a deep postseason run this time around.

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#1 Miami Heat

The Heat are way more than just Jimmy Butler

The Miami Heat have now won 12 of their last 15 matchups, and are 15-1 at home this year so far. With seven players averaging double digits in scoring, the new-look Heat have really stunned the league this season.

Despite missing Justise Winslow and Dion Waiters, this squad is getting it done on both ends of the floor and winning tough games down the stretch. With a 24-8 (0.750) win-loss record, they are currently the second best team in the East.

From a team that finished out of the playoff picture last year, the Heat have bounced back in dramatic fashion to kick-start their 2019-20 campaign. Considering their grit and young talent, they are legit contenders to make it out of the East - and might even land the biggest prize of them all if they continue to play hustle ball.