Tyreke would likely still be in first if it wasn't for his sudden issues with his knees. What was originally supposed to be a one or two game issue that could be solved with rest is now a ongoing concern. When Tyreke has played, he's still been excellent. But continuing to miss time like this is worrisome. Given the Kings history of mismanaging player injuries, I'm terrified. We've seen the team string players along game by game before, and it's never ended well. As much as this team needs Tyreke on the floor, I still am on the bandwagon to shut him down until he's 100%. Put him through a full rehabilitation. Do not risk long term damage.

Free Isaiah. For the love of god, Smart, play the kid. I don't know what Thomas did to upset Smart, but it has gotten ridiculous. For further proof, we need to look no further than the Oklahoma City game. Sacramento had no business being that close that late in that game. Isaiah carried the team in a way that few players on this roster are capable of. That deserves minutes. And the excuse early on that Isaiah was struggling with the new offense? Well, the whole team is struggling with whatever our new offense allegedly is. It's no longer a valid reason to keep IT out of the game. Play Jimmer and Isaiah, change the offense if needed.

I'm sorry, Chuck Hayes. I'm so sorry that you decided to join this franchise. I know it looked like a team ready to turn the corner, but your contributions are wasted here. You remain a professional. You remain consistent. You remain unappreciated. You deserve better. We all deserve better.

John Salmons reverted back to being John Salmons. That's pretty much all there is to say. He'd be lower on the power rankings except the rest of the team is just as bad.

It seems that Marcus' struggles may be due to his mother suffering some health issues. His on court performance warrants being ranked this low, but I feel no need to pile anything on. All the best to Marcus' mother. Hopefully she has a speedy recovery. Take all the time you need, Marcus.

I wish Thomas Robinson could do better finishing around the basket, but it's ok. He's a rookie, and he can adjust. I recall Jimmer looking completely lost all of last season and even into this year's Summer League, but now he's doing much better. Robinson is a hard worker, and I have no doubts about his ability to develop long term. It's frustrating right now, mostly because the team is terrible and we could really use an immediate impact. But more frustrating than that is Smart's sudden refusal to actually give Robinson time on the floor.

Aaron Brooks' time in the sun was brief, indeed. His hot shooting was (predictably) unsustainable. He's no better than the two players he's standing in front of, but has far less long-term upside. Bench Brooks. Free IT.

It's pretty much a coin flip, week to week, as to whether Outlaw or Johnson marks the bottom of the rotational power rankings. I'm giving Outlaw the nod this week, simply because he did ok in Portland. A fluke performance should have never led to him starting. Travis Outlaw does not belong in a regular NBA rotation. He definitely should not be starting games.

James Johnson has been a massive disappointment. Remember when we thought his defense could warrant him being a starter? Now I'm at the point when I become angry any time he touches the ball on offense. Please note: our two big offseason acquisitions are ranked 11th and 13th in these power rankings. Great job, Geoff.

The Kings are a terrible, terrible basketball team. Tyler Honeycutt is not good enough to earn a seat on the bench for the Kings. As such, he remains in last place.

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So there you have it! Who should be higher? Who should be lower? Let me know in the comments.