NBA Power Rankings Week 8: Milwaukee Bucks top the charts as the Toronto Raptors and Denver Nuggets fall

#3 Boston Celtics - Record: 16-5

Kemba Walker and the Celtics have been excellent through the first two months of the season

The Eastern Conference has been more competitive than expected, although the Boston Celtics remain near the top thanks to impressive victories over the Heat and Nuggets. Boston's record now sits at 16-5, and they are among just three teams in the league that have yet to taste defeat at home. With Gordon Hayward also nearing a return, the Celtics will be a real threat heading into 2020.

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#2 Los Angeles Lakers - Record: 21-3

The Los Angeles Lakers came through a difficult week following their defeat to Dallas

After losing to the Mavericks last Sunday, the Lakers faced a difficult week with road games against the Nuggets, Jazz, and Trail Blazers. However, Frank Vogel's picked up three road wins, including a 136-113 blowout against an improving Portland team - before destroying the Timberwolves at Staples Center on Sunday. The Lakers now boast a league-best 21-3 record, and they appear to be the real deal in LeBron James' second year.

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#1 Milwaukee Bucks - Record: 20-3

Giannis Antetokounmpo has led the charge for the Bucks

Milwaukee's somewhat slow start to the season caused some experts to question their ability to contend but the Bucks have now won 14 games in a row and look unstoppable. In their last outing, Milwaukee destroyed the resurgent LA Clippers and Giannis Antetokounmpo is averaging an incredible 30.8 points, 13.1 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game. Additionally, with games to come against the Magic, Pelicans, Grizzlies, and Cavaliers - Milwaukee's winning-run could extend into another week.