Well, this is a day late. We here at WWL-TV.com apologize for this egregious error.

But that doesn't make any of these rankings any less valid, especially with a win Monday over Indiana. Of course, missing three players - including two starters - for at least the next game could hurt.

Forward David West (back spasms), center Tyson Chandler (sprained left ankle) and reserve center Hilton Armstrong (soar left knee) are all questionable for Wednesday's game against New Jersey.

But that's getting ahead of things.

As for now, the Hornets are a top 8 team in all power ratings. After yesterday, I've got to imagine there will be change at the top of these with the Lakers destroying the Cavaliers in Los Angeles.

As for the Hornets, a win Wednesday gives them three wins in a row and four victories in the past five games. That could be the start of an up-tick in power.

ESPN's John Hollinger has the Hornets at No. 5

SI.com places New Orleans at No. 8.

NBA.com seems to think New Orleans is No. 7.

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