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Getty Images By Garrett Ellwood The Oklahoma City Thunder, fresh off capturing their first NBA title since relocating to Oklahoma, have emerged as the early favorites to repeat in the 2025–26 season. Led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Thunder open the year atop the championship odds, with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, and Los Angeles Lakers trailing closely behind. The Houston Rockets saw their odds improve significantly after acquiring 15-time Al

Getty Images By Chris Schwegler Just over one year ago, the New York Knicks and Minnesota Timberwolves made a rare blockbuster move that involved seven players, including All-Stars Karl-Anthony Towns and Julius Randle . The trade was one of only two deals before the 2024-2025 regular season, and the next trade did not happen until Dec. 15. The Feb. 5 trade deadline is four months away, and though the 118 players who signed contracts this offseason cannot be traded now , it

Getty Images The modern NBA may be dominated by depth, but in the end, star power still defines championships. In a league where only five players take the court at a time, having three elite players can make all the difference between being a playoff hopeful and a true title contender. Even for teams without household superstars, examining the top three players on each roster provides insight into a franchise’s direction—both its present stability and its future potential. W

Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images / Jerome Miron-Imagn Images PHOENIX — Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick confirmed that Luka Doncic will make his preseason debut Tuesday night when the team faces the Phoenix Suns on the road. Doncic, 26, sat out the Lakers’ first three preseason contests as the coaching staff aimed to manage his workload following a demanding summer spent representing Slovenia in EuroBasket. Redick emphasized the importance of easing Doncic

photo cred: ( AP Photo/LM Otero) FORT WORTH, Texas — Top overall pick Cooper Flagg wasted no time showing why he’s considered one of basketball’s most complete young prospects. The 18-year-old rookie flashed his versatility and poise in his first NBA preseason appearance, helping the Dallas Mavericks cruise past the Oklahoma City Thunder 106–89 on Monday night at Dickies Arena. Playing just one half, Flagg made the most of his 14 minutes, posting 10 points, six rebounds, thr

photo credit/Getty Images Golden State has long been a destination that attracts talent, and this week proved no different as the Warriors acquired Al Horford and De’Anthony Melton. Yet, beyond adding veteran experience, the franchise became the setting for a heartfelt family reunion. On Tuesday, the Warriors signed free agent guard Seth Curry to a one-year deal, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The move pairs the former Duke standout with his older brother, Stephen C