The play-in tournament has significantly expanded the middle class in each conference, which could convince more teams that they have a chance to make the playoffs
, teams are getting closer to full strength. Some of the bottom-feeders could get a new lease on life this season if they get hot between now and the trade deadline, causing them to pivot from potential sellers to buyers as well.
The New Orleans Pelicans, for example, have rebounded after a horrific 3-16 start to get within a half-game of the No. 10 seed in the West. If they believe Zion Williamson will return at some point this season—he's already had While the Pelicans, Timberwolves and Kings gun for play-in spots, teams that intentionally pivot toward retooling could find themselves the beneficiaries of a seller's market.
The Los Angeles Clippers, who currently sit eighth in the West at 21-22, could join the Blazers in an injury-fueled gap year.
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