It should come as no surprise that the Miami Heat (8-1) and the Oklahoma City Thunder (8-2) lead the Eastern and Western Conferences in the NBA after two weeks of play.
Unlike their fourth quarter play last season, the Miami Heat are an improved “clutch” team, and forward LeBron James is putting up stellar numbers once again. With new additions forward Shane Battier and rookie guard Norris Cole, Miami looks to be cruising to the top seed in the East.
Things may not be as pretty in Oklahoma City, but the Thunder are sitting on top of the standings, despite conflict between guard Russell Westbrook and teammates. The Thunder are being trailed by a hot Portland Trail Blazers team that are 6-2 without the recently-retired Brandon Roy.
