Jan 20, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama (7) looks to pass the ball as Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) defends during the third quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Notice at the trade deadline, the teams at the top of this ranking are relatively quiet with their moves. Their front offices already did the work, now everyone is trying to catch them. 1. Oklahoma City Thunder (39-9,

The Timberwolves have begun to perk up a bit and are close to catching the Clippers in the standings for the No. 6 seed. Anthony Edwards continues to mature as a superstar in this league and will look to lead Minnesota back into the playoffs and get the Wolves moving up into the top 6 and out of the play-in tournament.