NBA Tank Rankings: Rock bottom in Phoenix

By Brad Rowland | Jan 2, 2016

Phoenix Suns forward Mirza Teletovic reacts in the second half against the Philadelphia 76ers at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The 76ers defeated the Suns 111-104. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

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Denver Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried (35) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Mason Plumlee (24) at Moda Center at the Rose Quarter. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-USA TODAY Sports /

Hello, 2016.

The NBA season is in full swing as the calendar flips to the new year, but as we do each week, it is time to reflect on the worst of the worst in the league. Tanking is always a theme in the Association with the way that one player can change the direction of a franchise, but regardless of whether a team is actually trying to tank, we will provide you with a look at how the race for ping-pong balls is coming along at this stage.

Now, let’s take a look at the first edition of the new year, beginning at number five and counting down.

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