2026 NBA Season

[batang_bitcoin]

The Bucks said they would only resign Thanasis if Giannis resigns with them. Lol

Thanasis is their lucky so they should sign him. But to be honest, I think that Giannis said that he's going to stay with the Bucks. I forgot who was with him that influencer in the US asked him if which team he's coming next. He's said that he's staying with the Bucks. Maybe that's a real thing because he's not the typical guy that likes to joke a lot.

I mean, that's the only reasonable reply, why else employing a second mascot for the team? Same with the Lakers, imagine Lebron will leave soon, what will they do about Bronny? No other team would ever take him on their roster, unless it7s a package deal with LBJ. The only option for the Lakers that would make sense is waiving his contract so you get him off the roster immediately. All those nepotism roster spots are are just a joke.

I understand you, the connection that these stars have got really placed them in a better position that they can demand and take whoever they wanna take with their contracts. I think the Bucks have been threatened when they've heard Giannis for the last seasons that he wants out of the team. And that's the only remedy they have to do so that he won't be opting out of the team. It's always been the goat, Thanasis.

[MK-74]

I’ve just started watching Cooper Flagg recently, and his playing style really reminds me of Luka Dončić and Blake Griffin.
In last night’s game against the Spurs, he had an impressive performance with 31 points, 4 rebounds and 3 three-pointers.

I think the LeBron era is over, he should retire now.
And if he does retire, the sad part is that Bronny might never get a chance to play in the NBA.
To be honest, that’s how it should be. Bronny simply isn’t at the level of an NBA player.

[EFS]

LeBron and Lakers management aren't on good terms, and I've read that he's currently training in Cleveland. I think it's almost certain that we won't be able to watch him play for the Lakers next season; this might be the last time we'll see him play for a new team.
According to some reporters, there are rumors about the Clippers, Dallas Mavericks, and GSW. He might even join one of those teams.
It's not nice that the NBA's greatest player is stuck in such limbo

LeBron seems to change teams again at the end of his career. I'm looking at possible scenarios instead of the Lakers, it would be very interesting if he went to the Spurs. Together with Wembanyama they can be a good duo. The Mavericks scenario is also very interesting. It would be a strange situation after Luka comes to the Lakers if LeBron goes there. For the Mavericks management, they were criticized a lot for giving up Luka. But if LeBron, Flagg, Davis and Irving will be on the team at the same time, they could go on an unexpected title run this year.

[Shinpako09]

I think the LeBron era is over, he should retire now.
And if he does retire, the sad part is that Bronny might never get a chance to play in the NBA.
To be honest, that’s how it should be. Bronny simply isn’t at the level of an NBA player.

Yeah, I think so too. Statistically, he’s still doing okay, but I also feel like it’s time for him to retire. I’m not sure why he hasn’t announced anything or even hinted at it. Maybe he’s waiting for Bryce James to make it to the NBA so he can play with both of his sons. That could be his dream right now. But yeah, I agree, Bronny’s performance or skill level doesn’t seem NBA-ready, which is probably why he hasn’t gotten a solid opportunity or consistent playing time. With his current skillset, he’d likely struggle even if he tries to play overseas.

[passwordnow]

I’ve just started watching Cooper Flagg recently, and his playing style really reminds me of Luka Dončić and Blake Griffin.
In last night’s game against the Spurs, he had an impressive performance with 31 points, 4 rebounds and 3 three-pointers.

And the Dallas Mavericks decided to put him on the bench, no more Cooper Flagg on the next Mavs games.
Mavericks to shut down No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg for remainder of summer league, per report

I think the LeBron era is over, he should retire now.
And if he does retire, the sad part is that Bronny might never get a chance to play in the NBA.
To be honest, that’s how it should be. Bronny simply isn’t at the level of an NBA player.

He keeps on saying that just one more year and he'd do it. You're right that his era is over but he can still ball. What he likes is always to be the center and play maker of the team. He should play as the support now or even some bench consultant and teacher while being in the roster. I think that he wants to make a record that he's the only NBA player dad that has played with his two sons on the same season.

[dwyane36]

LeBron and Lakers management aren't on good terms, and I've read that he's currently training in Cleveland. I think it's almost certain that we won't be able to watch him play for the Lakers next season; this might be the last time we'll see him play for a new team.
According to some reporters, there are rumors about the Clippers, Dallas Mavericks, and GSW. He might even join one of those teams.
It's not nice that the NBA's greatest player is stuck in such limbo

LeBron seems to change teams again at the end of his career. I'm looking at possible scenarios instead of the Lakers, it would be very interesting if he went to the Spurs. Together with Wembanyama they can be a good duo. The Mavericks scenario is also very interesting. It would be a strange situation after Luka comes to the Lakers if LeBron goes there. For the Mavericks management, they were criticized a lot for giving up Luka. But if LeBron, Flagg, Davis and Irving will be on the team at the same time, they could go on an unexpected title run this year.

The LeBron-Wemby duo would be interesting, but I think a trade to the Spurs is unpromising for LeBron since the Spurs are underdogs right now.
But on the other hand, a trade to the Mavs does make sense. With LeBron, their roster would seem very strong and competitive, at least on paper.

[AHOYBRAUSE]

The LeBron-Wemby duo would be interesting, but I think a trade to the Spurs is unpromising for LeBron since the Spurs are underdogs right now.
But on the other hand, a trade to the Mavs does make sense. With LeBron, their roster would seem very strong and competitive, at least on paper.

I think really only 2 destinations make sense for LBJ, Cleveland because of his home state and the upper mentioned Mavs. 2 of his close buddies and ex teammates are in Dallas so it would be a nice farewell tour being surrounded by 2 guys he won each a championship with. If it will happen, who knows. Money wise I don't think the Mavs have the financial possibilities with all the aprons in sight. Only chance would be lebron taking a HUGE pay cut, which with his inflated ego is unlikely to happen. He thinks he is still a top 10 player in this league and expects to be accordingly.

[arwin100]

The LeBron-Wemby duo would be interesting, but I think a trade to the Spurs is unpromising for LeBron since the Spurs are underdogs right now.
But on the other hand, a trade to the Mavs does make sense. With LeBron, their roster would seem very strong and competitive, at least on paper.

I think really only 2 destinations make sense for LBJ, Cleveland because of his home state and the upper mentioned Mavs. 2 of his close buddies and ex teammates are in Dallas so it would be a nice farewell tour being surrounded by 2 guys he won each a championship with. If it will happen, who knows. Money wise I don't think the Mavs have the financial possibilities with all the aprons in sight. Only chance would be lebron taking a HUGE pay cut, which with his inflated ego is unlikely to happen. He thinks he is still a top 10 player in this league and expects to be accordingly.

There's a high chance that Lebron would go home and choose Cleveland when he want to get out on Lakers since its good retirement destination especially that he got lots of good memories on that team.

But I'm curious to know if there's sudden shift of situation or plan and Lebron would go on this contender teams https://clutchpoints.com/nba/nba-stories/ranking-best-lebron-james-trade-destinations-rich-paul-bombshell-lakers-quotes

A reunion with Kyrie and Davis on Dallas is also good scenario to happen and provably fans would love that.

I'm curious about what will happen on Bronny's career if his father go out on Lakers. Since provably that he will be taken out also since Lakers would provably find more reliable player since they didn't get any good contribution from him.

[Volgastallion]

I’ve just started watching Cooper Flagg recently, and his playing style really reminds me of Luka Dončić and Blake Griffin.
In last night’s game against the Spurs, he had an impressive performance with 31 points, 4 rebounds and 3 three-pointers.

I think the LeBron era is over, he should retire now.
And if he does retire, the sad part is that Bronny might never get a chance to play in the NBA.
To be honest, that’s how it should be. Bronny simply isn’t at the level of an NBA player.

I don't really see him since i can't watch the college/university games. I know I can see the highlights to know how he plays.
This summer NBA game can be very important for this players.

About him I only feel like he is the most stereotype white basketball player from U.S.A in years he have the skin of a Disney cast like Zac Efron.

[AbuBhakar]

I’ve just started watching Cooper Flagg recently, and his playing style really reminds me of Luka Dončić and Blake Griffin.
In last night’s game against the Spurs, he had an impressive performance with 31 points, 4 rebounds and 3 three-pointers.

I think the LeBron era is over, he should retire now.
And if he does retire, the sad part is that Bronny might never get a chance to play in the NBA.
To be honest, that’s how it should be. Bronny simply isn’t at the level of an NBA player.

I don't really see him since i can't watch the college/university games. I know I can see the highlights to know how he plays.
This summer NBA game can be very important for this players.

About him I only feel like he is the most stereotype white basketball player from U.S.A in years he have the skin of a Disney cast like Zac Efron.

Hahaha. I think you should watch him. Flagg has a very good style which is same as described by MK-74 above.

He have a low scoring debut match probably due to familiarity on NBA while Bronny is pressuring match because he taunt Bronny intentionally which I don’t know why.

I believe he might be a starting line-up of Mavs on the regular season if he keep up on this game phase.

[LogitechMouse]

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I doubt he would go to the Clippers, but he does live in Los Angeles.  Golden State is close to home and I know he wants to play with Steph and Draymond, so that is a real possibility.  Dallas has always wanted him and they have Cooper Flagg they could dish for him, reuniting Kyrie, AD, and Bron again.  I think Cleveland would take him back too, but they would probably need to wait and pick him up as a free agent next year.

Dallas and Golden State seem like real possibilities.  Golden State might be a stretch because they don't have a ton to give up for him, but that's what I'd like to see.

He can go to any team that's been announced AS LONG AS he's a free agent, and he will accept a much lower contract than what he has right now.

I don't also think that he will go to the Clippers. I mean they just dealt Powell to the Heat which could be a great trade piece if they want to get LBJ. I don't also think that he can go to Golden State especially now that they're paying Butler and Steph a significant amount. Also, they don't want to be the next Brooklyn Nets 2.0 where they got a post-prime Pierce, Garnett and Johnson. As for Dallas, I don't know who they will be trading if they will try and get Lebron, so it's a no for me as well. Cleveland will not get him now because it's not worth so like you said, they will just try and get him when he's a free agent.

Like what I said, any team that's been stated can be a possible landing spot for LBJ, but not this year. The only teams that can afford to get him are those that has huge remaining cap space.

[OgNasty]

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I doubt he would go to the Clippers, but he does live in Los Angeles.  Golden State is close to home and I know he wants to play with Steph and Draymond, so that is a real possibility.  Dallas has always wanted him and they have Cooper Flagg they could dish for him, reuniting Kyrie, AD, and Bron again.  I think Cleveland would take him back too, but they would probably need to wait and pick him up as a free agent next year.

Dallas and Golden State seem like real possibilities.  Golden State might be a stretch because they don't have a ton to give up for him, but that's what I'd like to see.

He can go to any team that's been announced AS LONG AS he's a free agent, and he will accept a much lower contract than what he has right now.

I don't also think that he will go to the Clippers. I mean they just dealt Powell to the Heat which could be a great trade piece if they want to get LBJ. I don't also think that he can go to Golden State especially now that they're paying Butler and Steph a significant amount. Also, they don't want to be the next Brooklyn Nets 2.0 where they got a post-prime Pierce, Garnett and Johnson. As for Dallas, I don't know who they will be trading if they will try and get Lebron, so it's a no for me as well. Cleveland will not get him now because it's not worth so like you said, they will just try and get him when he's a free agent.

Like what I said, any team that's been stated can be a possible landing spot for LBJ, but not this year. The only teams that can afford to get him are those that has huge remaining cap space.

I just selfishly want to see LeBron play with a top level shooter. Luka is great, but he creates his own shots and doesn’t need LeBron to use him as a spot up shooter. Steph can too, but if he were getting open looks from LeBron he would be shooting 90% from the 3-point line. I think Giannis could do this for Steph too. Either one to Golden State would make me extremely happy.

[xzone]

LeBron and Lakers management aren't on good terms, and I've read that he's currently training in Cleveland. I think it's almost certain that we won't be able to watch him play for the Lakers next season; this might be the last time we'll see him play for a new team.
According to some reporters, there are rumors about the Clippers, Dallas Mavericks, and GSW. He might even join one of those teams.
It's not nice that the NBA's greatest player is stuck in such limbo

LeBron seems to change teams again at the end of his career. I'm looking at possible scenarios instead of the Lakers, it would be very interesting if he went to the Spurs. Together with Wembanyama they can be a good duo. The Mavericks scenario is also very interesting. It would be a strange situation after Luka comes to the Lakers if LeBron goes there. For the Mavericks management, they were criticized a lot for giving up Luka. But if LeBron, Flagg, Davis and Irving will be on the team at the same time, they could go on an unexpected title run this year.

Mavericks management will continue to draw criticism no matter what they do. Their actions regarding Doncic were the biggest blow to the team. Even having a young star like Flagg now isn't changing the fans' perception of management. Perhaps the team environment would be a bit better if LeBron were there.
A star like LeBron would be very helpful in helping a player like Flagg gain experience. He didn't do much for his own child, so maybe it would be good for Flagg

[CLS63]

Won't LeBron really finish his career at Lakers? I was thinking that he would retire there after seeing Bronny being a part of the team as well. Bronny has a very long way to go though.

I really wonder when LeBron will retire. Does he even have such plan? He is 40 years old already. Yes, he is still playing amazingly despite his age but I don't know. Anyway Lakers have Doncic at least to secure their future.

[EFS]

I really wonder when LeBron will retire. Does he even have such plan? He is 40 years old already. Yes, he is still playing amazingly despite his age but I don't know. Anyway Lakers have Doncic at least to secure their future.

LeBron, Djokovic, C. Ronaldo and Messi are athletes who have defied time. These players represent the peak of professionalism. They take incredible care of themselves and invest heavily in their health. I remember a report from last year, LeBron spends more than $1.5 million a year on his health program. Even most professional athletes can't afford to make that kind of investment, but those at the very top can.

I don't know how much longer LeBron will keep going but we'll enjoy watching him for at least one more season. Whether that's with the Lakers or another team.

[boyptc]

I remember a report from last year, LeBron spends more than $1.5 million a year on his health program. Even most professional athletes can't afford to make that kind of investment, but those at the very top can.

This is true, he invests more than a million for his body and that's why we still see him athletic even at that age he's in. Not all NBA players invests that much with their body and health because they think that someday they're going to fade due to age.

I don't know how much longer LeBron will keep going but we'll enjoy watching him for at least one more season. Whether that's with the Lakers or another team.

We just have to enjoy while he's there. Because he could even retire at the mid of the upcoming season.

We've seen players retired in that manner and they're bright to do that because even if the season hasn't ended yet or even ended already, they are still getting salary based on the contract they've signed.

[livingfree]

It seems like the Lakers are ready to move on from LeBron James. They didn’t offer him an extension or even give him a heads-up about the sale,

Are you sure? I thought that the contract he's signed last year includes this season.

What he means is that, this might be his final year as a Laker and there's a huge chance that it's either he will become a free agent in the 2026-2027 season if he decides to play again for the 24th season, or he will retire after this 2025-2026 season. That's what "didn't offer an extension" means.

Let's see if he'll still play after this season or not. But it's most likely he'll simply retire and try to help the younger professionals to thrive into basketball.

Are you sure? I thought that the contract he's signed last year includes this season.

In LeBron's current contract, the upcoming season is a player option.
It is worth noting that recently, there have indeed been a lot of rumors that LeBron may leave the Lakers. As far as I know, the Warriors are very interested in LeBron, and it seems like they are already making attempts to get him.

I've heard of that rumor that Steph and Lebron would like to play with each other. And this was during the Olympics last year.

Let's see if the player option is activated, if he is still going to play for Lakers or will sign for another one for last hurrah or will get to retirement.

[MK-74]

Bleacher Report's TOP 10 Players in NBA History

1 Michael Jordan
2 LeBron James
3 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
4 Magic Johnson
5 Bill Russell
6 Shaquille O'Neal
7 Tim Duncan
8 Larry Bird
9 Wilt Chamberlain
10 Stephen Curry

Don't you think it's ridiculous that Kobe Branyt isn't on this list?
Kobe Branyt could have been there instead of Stephen Curry or he could have been higher.
But I'm certain Kobe Branyt was better than Stephen Curry.
It seems unfair to Kobe Branyt for not being on this list.
I don't know what you think, but he should have been on the list.

[OgNasty]

Bleacher Report's TOP 10 Players in NBA History

1 Michael Jordan
2 LeBron James
3 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
4 Magic Johnson
5 Bill Russell
6 Shaquille O'Neal
7 Tim Duncan
8 Larry Bird
9 Wilt Chamberlain
10 Stephen Curry

Don't you think it's ridiculous that Kobe Branyt isn't on this list?
Kobe Branyt could have been there instead of Stephen Curry or he could have been higher.
But I'm certain Kobe Branyt was better than Stephen Curry.
It seems unfair to Kobe Branyt for not being on this list.
I don't know what you think, but he should have been on the list.

Kobe Bryant doesn’t belong on that list if we are being honest. Mamba Mentality was real and honorable, but as a basketball player he was not top 10 all time. I would also put Hakeem and Isaiah Thomas ahead of him.

Kobe was great, but he was never even the best player in the league when he played, his fg% was never admirable, and he cost the Lakers the Finals against the Pistons with a prime Shaq.

[EFS]

Bleacher Report's TOP 10 Players in NBA History

These kinds of lists are subjective. Everyone has their own personal list but there are certain players who appear on almost everyone's all-time greats list. The rankings may vary but names like Jordan, LeBron, Magic, Kareem, Bird and Wilt are always there.

You can make a GOAT list by looking at both individual stats and contributions to the team. Some players no matter how good they were, never won a championship because they didn't play on great teams during their careers. That doesn't make them any less great. The first examples that come to mind are Allen Iverson, Vince Carter, T-Mac and Grant Hill. On the other side, some players have won multiple championships but you never see them on GOAT lists. I've never seen anyone put Robert Horry who won seven rings on their list.

In my personal top 10, neither Kobe nor Curry make the cut. I can name plenty of players I'd rank ahead of them. Which brings me back to what I said at the start. It's impossible to create a definitive all-time ranking.