Ranked second on the ESPN power rankings are the Los Angeles Lakers.
The Boston Celtics hold the third spot.
Of course, this is just one opinion from ESPN.
Regarding the "Three Giants" of the Lakers compared to Boston's "Three Giants," there's been a great deal of debate about which side is stronger.
It's these pervasive discussions about the Lakers and the Celtics that have many old-school fans exclaiming that it feels like a return to the "Magic-Bird" days of the '80s.
Indeed, what goes around comes around.
The Los Angeles media, naturally, believe they are the strongest team this year.
Kobe said at a press conference, "No team can stop this year's Los Angeles Lakers!"
Phil Jackson also said, "This is the Lakers' best chance to win the championship since '02!"
And the Boston media likewise believe that, after nearly 20 years of silence, it's time for the Celtics to take the championship.
In order to reflect the team's fighting spirit...
