The NBA Power Rankings are selected by a panel of theScore's basketball editors.

This week, we're celebrating the festive season with a gift we'd give each team, or one they've already received.

1. Milwaukee Bucks (24-3)

Previous rank: 1

Milwaukee has won 18 straight games, the franchise's longest streak since Kareem Abdul-Jabbar wore the uniform. Yet the team's biggest holiday gift has been Giannis Antetokounmpo's newfound confidence from beyond the arc. The MVP candidate has made at least one trey in every game he's played during the winning streak.

2. Los Angeles Lakers (24-3)

Previous rank: 2

All the red-hot Lakers really need is continued good health. With the exception of DeMarcus Cousins, the team's top players have mostly stayed on the court since Kyle Kuzma made his season debut on Nov. 1.

3. Los Angeles Clippers (20-8)

Previous rank: 3

The Clippers have a plethora of perimeter defenders, but they could use a true rim-protecting presence. Montrezl Harrell is undersized at the five and stronger post players exploit him defensively.

4. Philadelphia 76ers (20-8)

Previous rank: 9

The 76ers have won 13 of 16 games, but they still need a pure perimeter shooter to space the floor around Ben Simmons and the bigs. The offense's efficiency has been good overall, but Philly still ranks near the bottom of the league in 3-point attempts.

5. Dallas Mavericks (17-8)

Previous rank: 10

Before going down with an ankle injury, Luka Doncic had been shouldering the load with superlative play. Kristaps Porzingis will continue to find his legs, but Dallas likely still needs one more piece to go toe to toe with the L.A. teams in a playoff series.

6. Boston Celtics (17-7)

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Previous rank: 6

The Celtics could use more pugnacity on the boards. The center-by-committee tandem of Daniel Theis and Enes Kanter isn't doing the job, as Boston ranks 19th in rebounding percentage (49.2%). Jayson Tatum is leading the team with just seven rebounds per game.

7. Miami Heat (19-7)

Previous rank: 8

A swift conclusion to the Dion Waiters saga is really the Heat's only holiday wish considering how well they've performed to date, particularly on their home floor. Cleaner bills of health for Goran Dragic and Justise Winslow wouldn't hurt, either.

8. Houston Rockets (17-9)

Previous rank: 7

Despite admirable performances from Danuel House and Ben McLemore, Houston might be asking for another wing. A prototypical 3-and-D player like Robert Covington would be a perfect fit. However, the Rockets are well above the salary cap and would need to get creative to make such a deal work.

9. Toronto Raptors (17-8)

Previous rank: 4

If OG Anunoby becomes more consistent from distance, the Raptors' floor and ceiling will both rise. This season, Anunoby has drained 44.3% of his 3-point attempts in wins, but just 30% of his attempts in losses.

10. Denver Nuggets (17-8)

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Previous rank: 5

The Nuggets are asking for better scoring. Denver owns the fourth-best defensive rating in the NBA but sits 18th in offense while playing at the league's slowest pace. Some of that can be traced to Nikola Jokic's struggles following his offseason weight gain.

11. Indiana Pacers (17-9)

Previous rank: 11

Indiana could benefit from acquiring a stretch-four to play alongside Myles Turner or Domantas Sabonis. Danilo Gallinari, a floor-spacing forward, will likely be dealt by the Thunder this season; he'd give those Pacer bigs more room to operate in the post.

12. Utah Jazz (15-11)

Previous rank: 12

After an underwhelming start to the season, the Jazz and Donovan Mitchell could use another player who's capable of creating his own shot. That player would complement Mitchell and boost the league's 22nd-ranked offense.

13. Brooklyn Nets (14-12)

Previous rank: 13

For the Nets' sake, the best gift would be an uneventful return to the lineup for Kyrie Irving, who's been sidelined since mid-November. The team has been winning in his absence, thanks in part to elevated play from Spencer Dinwiddie and Jarrett Allen.

14. Oklahoma City Thunder (11-14)

Previous rank: 19

The Thunder began this season in rebuild mode, yet they're competing for a playoff spot after 25 games. The club could still benefit from a sharpshooter, as the offense ranks bottom 10 in both 3-point percentage and total triples.

15. Sacramento Kings (12-14)

Previous rank: 18

Despite starting 0-5 and losing both De'Aaron Fox and Marvin Bagley III to lengthy injury absences, Sacramento has risen to seventh in the West. Now, the young roster just needs more time.

16. Orlando Magic (12-14)

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Previous rank: 16

The Magic haven't taken a significant step forward this season and clearly lack shot-creators. Acquiring another proven scoring threat to pair with Nikola Vucevic would be the perfect gift for a team that's looking to secure a second consecutive playoff berth.

17. Phoenix Suns (11-14)

Previous rank: 15

Ricky Rubio has been a steady presence alongside backcourt star Devin Booker, but the Suns are in desperate need of a backup point guard. Failing to acquire one could cost them a surprise playoff berth.

18. Minnesota Timberwolves (10-15)

Previous rank: 13

As losers of seven straight, things aren't that festive for the Timberwolves right now. Karl-Anthony Towns, however, is posting career highs in scoring, assists, and PER.

19. Portland Trail Blazers (10-16)

Previous rank: 17

It may not happen before the holidays, but you've got to think the Blazers have a move in them. While rumors are percolating about Oregon native Kevin Love, even Gallinari (who's on a more favorable contract) could aid Portland's frontcourt.

20. Detroit Pistons (11-15)

Previous rank: 22

The Pistons desperately need Blake Griffin to get his body right - not only for the sake of this season, but for the remainder of his massive contract, which runs through 2021-22. If Griffin's hurt right now (and based on his play, that seems likely), Detroit should shut him down long term.

21. Charlotte Hornets (12-17)

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Previous rank: 24

All hope appeared lost in Charlotte after Kemba Walker's exit in free agency, but that's quickly changed thanks to the surprising gift of Devonte' Graham. The sophomore guard has come out of nowhere to average almost 20 points per game this season, giving him a legitimate shot to crack the All-Star Game.

22. San Antonio Spurs (10-15)

Previous rank: 21

The Spurs' gift this holiday season will be a somewhat lighter schedule. San Antonio played at least every other day from opening night until Dec. 3 - a torturous run that produced the franchise's first eight-game losing streak in 22 years.

23. Chicago Bulls (10-18)

Previous rank: 25

The Bulls need good health for 2020. Injuries to Otto Porter Jr. and Chandler Hutchison have left Chicago with little depth on the wings, putting more pressure on Zach LaVine and Lauri Markkanen.

24. Washington Wizards (7-17)

Previous rank: 20

The Wizards aren't going to rise in the standings anytime soon. Instead, they're hoping for a gift from GM Tommy Sheppard via trade. Ideally, the rebuilding club will net a late first-rounder and/or a young, affordable prospect.

25. Memphis Grizzlies (9-17)

Previous rank: 26

With Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. still feeling each other out, the Grizzlies are exactly where they should be at this stage of their rebuild. In the meantime, getting an asset in exchange for veteran Andre Iguodala - rather than agreeing to a buyout - would be nice. Iggy has sat out the entire season to date, but at least his situation doesn't seem to be hanging over the team.

26. Atlanta Hawks (6-21)

Previous rank: 28

The Hawks have been a disaster at both ends of the court since John Collins was handed a 25-game PED suspension on Nov. 5, going 4-18 and losing 10 consecutive games at one point. Collins is eligible to return on Dec. 23, which will surely be a welcomed holiday gift.

27. Cleveland Cavaliers (6-20)

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Previous rank: 27

The Cavs will ideally net a first-round draft pick in exchange for Love. However, teams are reportedly balking at that asking price considering the veteran is on the wrong side of 30 and has struggled to stay healthy.

28. New Orleans Pelicans (6-21)

Previous rank: 23

The long-awaited NBA debut of Zion Williamson could inject new life into a New Orleans squad that's currently mired in a franchise-record 12-game losing streak.

29. New York Knicks (6-21)

Previous rank: 30

Since a new owner and management team don't appear imminent, a point guard would be the next best thing for the Knicks. The ineffective Frank Ntilikina-Elfrid Payton tandem has forced the club to occasionally play prized rookie RJ Barrett out of position, which isn't a winning formula.

30. Golden State Warriors (5-23)

Previous rank: 29

It's a lost season for the Warriors, but after five straight trips to The Finals, coach Steve Kerr sees it as somewhat of a gift. "In a strange way, in an ironic way, it's kind of a good thing for some of our key guys," Kerr told CNN recently. "I made a comment after we lost to Toronto at the end of last year that we should just go on sabbatical for the year, go to Italy and sip wine."