Early NBA Surprises and Struggles: Teams on Alert and Exceeding Expectations

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The NBA season is less than a month old, but some teams are already feeling the pressure of a slow start, with 11 teams that had strong preseason playoff odds now seeing those chances diminish. Despite players like Zion Williamson of the New Orleans Pelicans downplaying panic, the team's poor performance suggests otherwise. The article categorizes these teams by their level of concern, from 'High!' to 'Remaining Calm,' based on their current playoff odds compared to preseason expectations.
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