The NBA 2025-26 season is underway with new contenders emerging. Boston Celtics, Oklahoma City Thunder, and the Los Angeles Lakers are among the favorites for the championship.
NBA 2025-26 Season Preview
The NBA is back and better than ever. A new generation of superstars is taking over while established champions defend their turf. Here's our comprehensive preview of the 2025-26 season.
Boston Celtics – The Defending Champions
The Celtics come into the season as the team to beat. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown lead a deep, versatile roster built for both regular season consistency and playoff basketball.
Oklahoma City Thunder – The Rising Force
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads one of the NBA's most exciting young teams. OKC's combination of defensive intensity, pace, and SGA's brilliance makes them genuine title contenders.
Los Angeles Lakers
The Lakers' star power continues to attract attention. Their championship window remains open with a veteran core capable of beating anyone in a seven-game series.
Golden State Warriors
Stephen Curry's shooting remains otherworldly. If the Warriors can stay healthy and cohesive, they always possess the firepower to make a deep playoff run.
MVP Watch
Luka Doncic, Nikola Jokic, SGA, and Jayson Tatum are the leading MVP candidates. Follow live NBA scores and highlights exclusively on ESPN Sports.
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