NBA Power Rankings Week 21: Lakers replace the Bucks at the top as the Utah Jazz continue to climb

#3 LA Clippers - Record: 43-20

Paul George was excellent during LA's defeat to the Lakers on Sunday

The LA Clippers fell to the Lakers on Sunday afternoon, although Doc Rivers' side has still won six of their past seven games. A 43-20 record puts them in contention to finish second in the West, and Paul George is on the verge of returning to peak form ahead of the playoffs.

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#2 Milwaukee Bucks - Record: 53-11

Giannis could be set for a spell on the sidelines

The Milwaukee Bucks fell to the Lakers on Friday in a closely contested game, before suffering their worst defeat of the season on Sunday against the Suns. The Bucks conceded 77 first-half points during a 131-140 loss - and Giannis Antetokounmpo could miss time due to a knee injury.

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#1 LA Lakers - Record: 49-13

LeBron James and Anthony Davis were excellent during LA's win over the Clippers on Sunday

Following on from last Sunday's disappointing defeat to the Grizzlies, the Lakers picked up wins over the Pelicans, Sixers, Bucks, and Clippers during an excellent week. Huge wins over Milwaukee and Clippers demonstrated their ability to contend with the best, and the Lakers now have a real shot at finishing the regular season with the best overall record.