1. (1) L.A. Lakers: Shaq's most irritating opponent has been Phil

2. (2) Sacramento: Divac better than any center except Shaq

3. (3) Milwaukee: Karl earning big Bucks (and SI profile)

4. (5) San Antonio: Best forward in organization is broadcasting

5. (6) Minnesota: Hopes to zone in on best record in club history

6. (4) Dallas: Season going well, Cuban hasn't yet been fined

7. (14) Nets: Great Scott: Byron's Nets atop the Atlantic Division