So A common consensus is that Spurs is the West leader and Heat is the East leader. I beg to differ on Eastern scenario, just coz I think Shaq will be less productive because of his age and the fact that Artest is coming out bigger and wilder. My ranking: 1. Spurs 2. Pacers 3. Heat 4. Pistons 5. Nets / Rockets. It would be interesting to see this ranking at the end of the season.