Friday's Fresh NBA Power Rankings: February 6, 2015.

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Here are my NBA Power Rankings for Friday, February 6, 2015. Enjoy!

#1. Atlanta Hawks (41-9): The Hawks' 19 game winning streak may have ended, but these guys are no joke. People say they can win the East, but I think we need to be saying they can win the NBA championship. They are that good.

#2. Golden State Warriors (39-8): They had a couple of losses against the Bulls and Jazz, but they've rebounded nicely. Tonight's game against the Hawks is huge.

#3. Memphis Grizzlies (37-12): They've won 8 games in a row, which nowadays isn't much of a winning streak, but in all reality, this streak has been very impressive. The addition of Jeff Green appears to be making a huge difference.

#4. Cleveland Cavaliers (31-20): They've won 12 straight games and have suddenly entered the championship discussion. In my mind, they were always in the discussion, but this streak is making people notice.

#5. Portland Trail Blazers (34-16): Damian Lillard's all-star snub is great news for the Trail Blazers because now he's going to be playing with even more of an edge. Look out!

#6. Los Angeles Clippers (33-17): They have lost three out of their last four games. Sunday's game at OKC is going to be big.

#7. Toronto Raptors (33-17): With the Cavaliers gaining up on them and the Bulls and Wizards hanging around, they suddenly are no longer a lock for a top four seed in the East. They'll need to finish strong.

#8. Houston Rockets (34-15): I've dropped the Rockets because of the injury to Dwight Howard. Not having him for another month is going to make things tough.

#9. Dallas Mavericks (34-18): They are just 5-5 in their last 10 games and Rajon Rondo is out until after the All-Star break. Things are starting to come unglued a bit.

#10. San Antonio Spurs (31-18): They don't appear to be making progress in the standings, but they've won 8 out of their last 10 games. This is usually the time of year the Spurs start to shift into another gear. Teams ahead of them better take notice.

#11. Washington Wizards (31-20): Bradley Beal has a toe injury and they've lost 7 out of their last 10 games. The Wizards better get their act together.

#12. Milwaukee Bucks (27-22): They have quietly won five straight games including a win over the Trail Blazers.

#13. Chicago Bulls (30-20): They are just 4-6 in their last 10 games with three straight losses. Strangely enough, they haven't won since their huge win at Golden State.

#14. Phoenix Suns (28-23): Tonight they get the Jazz at home. Games like tonight are games they have to win.

#15. New Orleans Pelicans (26-23): Huge game tonight against the Thunder.

#16. Oklahoma City Thunder (25-24): The Thunder should strongly consider finding a new coach.  Scott Brooks has to go.

#17. Charlotte Hornets (22-27): They have moved into the #7 spot in the Eastern Conference and have won 7 of their last 10 games. Buzz City is coming alive.

#18. Miami Heat (21-28): Read my blog post on Hassan Whiteside from this past week. He's the only thing they have that should give them any hope for contending in the future.

#19. Brooklyn Nets (20-28): Deron Williams' return won't get them to the playoffs. 

#20. Detroit Pistons (19-31): Brandon Jennings goes down and they still got a pulse. Amazing.

#21. Boston Celtics (18-30): Marcus Smart has been a huge disappointment. Even without Rajon Rondo he still can't find his groove.

#22. Indiana Pacers (18-32): Paul George's return could make them a very dangerous #8 seed if they make the playoffs.

#23. Denver Nuggets (19-31): Woody Paige says the team has quit on Brian Shaw and Brian Shaw has quit on them. Ouch.

#24. Sacramento Kings (17-31): Glad that DeMarcus Cousins made the All-Star team. That's all they can really cheer about at the moment.

#25. Utah Jazz (17-32): Dante Exum looks really raw, but he also looks unfit to play shooting guard due to his poor shooting. Quin Snyder should not be starting him.

#26. Orlando Magic (15-37): They have fired Jacque Vaughn, which means they have waived the white flag.

#27. Los Angeles Lakers (13-36): Don't be shocked if Ed Davis leaves. I wouldn't want to stay on the Lakers if I were him.

#28. Philadelphia 76ers (11-39): They are 3-7 in their last 10 games. That is progress.

#29. New York Knicks (10-39): Amare' Stoudemire and Andrea Bargnani could both be gone via contract buyouts. That would actually be smart of the Knicks to do.

#30. Minnesota Timberwolves (9-40): Let's see if Kevin Martin and Ricky Rubio can inject some life into this team.

---Ben Parker: follow me on twitter @nba_lord