Raptors’ biggest rivals live here? Power Ranking the Central Division

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May 12, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Matthew Dellavedova (8) and forward LeBron James (23) look to rebound against Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) and guard Jimmy Butler (21) in the fourth quarter in game five of the second round of the NBA Playoffs at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

MID-SUMMER REPORT – NBA’s CENTRAL DIVISION

The Central Division puts the power in Power Rankings. This is where the big boys hang out, and from where the Eastern Conference champion is expected to emerge. Three of last season’s top six teams in the Conference play here. If the Toronto Raptors are going to enjoy a solid season, and a return to the playoffs, they will need to break even against this bunch.

As before, we’ll rank the five teams in reverse order, so the team I expect to win the Division will be covered last. Don’t expect a Win-Loss prediction; it’s way too early.

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