2026 NBA Season

[LogitechMouse]

OKC definitely looks like they will win the NBA in season cup there is no doubt about that but that doesn't really mean anything anymore, it was just a thing that they made up to make the regular seasons watched a bit more because of the down ratings.

We need to talk about that too, no idea what they are going to do but regular seasons are getitng less and less views, even the finals are not getting as much views as it used to, there is just not enough media around it anymore as much as we used to have.

Not only the season cup, but maybe the NBA title yet again for the 2nd time in a row. That's just how dominating they are currently.

The Thunder are starting to make their own dynasty like the Warriors back then when they got KD, and other teams are just starting to give up when they're up against them in the regular season. The Thunder have a very deep and reliable roster right now, but aside from that, they also have lots of draft picks that are being kept and they can just use it to get another all-star if they wanted to.

Now with regards to the views, it has been a slow decline ever since, and I can't say the exact reason, but maybe the fact that those teams that have a huge fan-based isn't the ones that are going to the NBA Finals is the reason why? That might be one, but I believe there's a deeper reason to that, but this problem is happening for years already, and Adam Silver is constantly finding solutions to it.

[OgNasty]

OKC definitely looks like they will win the NBA in season cup there is no doubt about that but that doesn't really mean anything anymore, it was just a thing that they made up to make the regular seasons watched a bit more because of the down ratings.

We need to talk about that too, no idea what they are going to do but regular seasons are getitng less and less views, even the finals are not getting as much views as it used to, there is just not enough media around it anymore as much as we used to have.

Not only the season cup, but maybe the NBA title yet again for the 2nd time in a row. That's just how dominating they are currently.

The Thunder are starting to make their own dynasty like the Warriors back then when they got KD, and other teams are just starting to give up when they're up against them in the regular season. The Thunder have a very deep and reliable roster right now, but aside from that, they also have lots of draft picks that are being kept and they can just use it to get another all-star if they wanted to.

Now with regards to the views, it has been a slow decline ever since, and I can't say the exact reason, but maybe the fact that those teams that have a huge fan-based isn't the ones that are going to the NBA Finals is the reason why? That might be one, but I believe there's a deeper reason to that, but this problem is happening for years already, and Adam Silver is constantly finding solutions to it.

Let’s relax on the OKC dynasty talk. They won one championship and probably would’ve lost if the star player on the opposing team didn’t get injured. If they win another one then the discussion can start.

[Sims25]

OKC definitely looks like they will win the NBA in season cup there is no doubt about that but that doesn't really mean anything anymore, it was just a thing that they made up to make the regular seasons watched a bit more because of the down ratings.

We need to talk about that too, no idea what they are going to do but regular seasons are getitng less and less views, even the finals are not getting as much views as it used to, there is just not enough media around it anymore as much as we used to have.

Not only the season cup, but maybe the NBA title yet again for the 2nd time in a row. That's just how dominating they are currently.

The Thunder are starting to make their own dynasty like the Warriors back then when they got KD, and other teams are just starting to give up when they're up against them in the regular season. The Thunder have a very deep and reliable roster right now, but aside from that, they also have lots of draft picks that are being kept and they can just use it to get another all-star if they wanted to.

Now with regards to the views, it has been a slow decline ever since, and I can't say the exact reason, but maybe the fact that those teams that have a huge fan-based isn't the ones that are going to the NBA Finals is the reason why? That might be one, but I believe there's a deeper reason to that, but this problem is happening for years already, and Adam Silver is constantly finding solutions to it.

Dynasty? I don't think so cos this season, the OKC starting five are yet to even play together. So there's really no defining stat to point out what their strength is when they play together. As for the views, it just boils down to who the fans want to watch and we all know the set of guys who have been giving the fans lots of fun to watch. A stat shows that majority of the highest views the NBA has gannered over the years have featured Stephen Curry and followed by Lebron James.
Perssonally I just don't think the fans are finding this new set of guys entertaining due to the foul baiting nature of their gameplay. Don't get me wrong, I'm not criticising it though but it is what it is.

[fullfitlarry]

OKC definitely looks like they will win the NBA in season cup there is no doubt about that but that doesn't really mean anything anymore, it was just a thing that they made up to make the regular seasons watched a bit more because of the down ratings.

We need to talk about that too, no idea what they are going to do but regular seasons are getitng less and less views, even the finals are not getting as much views as it used to, there is just not enough media around it anymore as much as we used to have.

Not only the season cup, but maybe the NBA title yet again for the 2nd time in a row. That's just how dominating they are currently.

The Thunder are starting to make their own dynasty like the Warriors back then when they got KD, and other teams are just starting to give up when they're up against them in the regular season. The Thunder have a very deep and reliable roster right now, but aside from that, they also have lots of draft picks that are being kept and they can just use it to get another all-star if they wanted to.

Now with regards to the views, it has been a slow decline ever since, and I can't say the exact reason, but maybe the fact that those teams that have a huge fan-based isn't the ones that are going to the NBA Finals is the reason why? That might be one, but I believe there's a deeper reason to that, but this problem is happening for years already, and Adam Silver is constantly finding solutions to it.

Dynasty? I don't think so cos this season, the OKC starting five are yet to even play together. So there's really no defining stat to point out what their strength is when they play together. As for the views, it just boils down to who the fans want to watch and we all know the set of guys who have been giving the fans lots of fun to watch. A stat shows that majority of the highest views the NBA has gannered over the years have featured Stephen Curry and followed by Lebron James.
Perssonally I just don't think the fans are finding this new set of guys entertaining due to the foul baiting nature of their gameplay. Don't get me wrong, I'm not criticising it though but it is what it is.

Dynasty involves 3 or more championship ring. They only have one but for this season, it's looks like they are poised to go and win back to back. But still very far as they needed more wins to proved themselves.

I do agree and understand that this in era again wherein players becoming soft and foul baiting. There were times that James Harden is known to do this, but now it's SGA who is doing this and for sure fans doesn't want to see this kind of flop. This could be one criticism that if ever they become a dynasty that their franchise player is known to be a flop and getting all those calls from the referee.

[Dave1]

Lakers lost at home against the Spurs.
The top scorer of the game was Stephon Castle, and he led his team to victory.
Despite Luka Dončić’s great effort for the Lakers, he couldn’t prevent the loss and they were eliminated from the cup.

It seems that the Spurs are a very competitive team, even without Wemby. As for the results of the Lakers, their starting lineup could have performed better. To be honest, I'm surprised that Marcus Smart was the Lakers' second-highest scorer in this game, coming off the bench to score 26 points with a good field goal percentage.

And that could be a bad sign for the Lakers though, Marcus Smart is not known to be a scorer, or at least his impact on the team is to play defense. But if you see that he had this kind of numbers, something might be off from the Lakers.

While Spurs is a complete team, everyone is contributing to score and play hard defense against Luka and Reaves. Bad match for Austin to guard the likes of Fox and he is too quick for Reaves and then Fox pulling a lot of moves that Reaves can't keep up.

I thought Lakers will control the game and can easily beat the San Antonio Spurs. I wish Wemby is healthy coz SAS vs OKC is a nice game with towers healty.
I am not surprised that OKC will go all tghe way and win the cup, this is expected by many. But I wish it will be a close game.

Early on it was competitive and I do agree with you, I didn't check who is the favorite in that game but I will assume that it will be the Lakers since all of them are healthy, Lebron, Luka and Reaves. While San Antonio still misses the services of Wemby.

But it was a total complete opposite as the Spurs who have dominated the game. Stephon Castle led the Spurs but it was a total effort for most of them as they really put a clamp on the Lakers and give Luka one of his bad shooting nights.

[Mr. Magkaisa]

Lakers lost at home against the Spurs.
The top scorer of the game was Stephon Castle, and he led his team to victory.
Despite Luka Dončić’s great effort for the Lakers, he couldn’t prevent the loss and they were eliminated from the cup.

It seems that the Spurs are a very competitive team, even without Wemby. As for the results of the Lakers, their starting lineup could have performed better. To be honest, I'm surprised that Marcus Smart was the Lakers' second-highest scorer in this game, coming off the bench to score 26 points with a good field goal percentage.

And that could be a bad sign for the Lakers though, Marcus Smart is not known to be a scorer, or at least his impact on the team is to play defense. But if you see that he had this kind of numbers, something might be off from the Lakers.

While Spurs is a complete team, everyone is contributing to score and play hard defense against Luka and Reaves. Bad match for Austin to guard the likes of Fox and he is too quick for Reaves and then Fox pulling a lot of moves that Reaves can't keep up.

I thought Lakers will control the game and can easily beat the San Antonio Spurs. I wish Wemby is healthy coz SAS vs OKC is a nice game with towers healty.
I am not surprised that OKC will go all tghe way and win the cup, this is expected by many. But I wish it will be a close game.

Early on it was competitive and I do agree with you, I didn't check who is the favorite in that game but I will assume that it will be the Lakers since all of them are healthy, Lebron, Luka and Reaves. While San Antonio still misses the services of Wemby.

But it was a total complete opposite as the Spurs who have dominated the game. Stephon Castle led the Spurs but it was a total effort for most of them as they really put a clamp on the Lakers and give Luka one of his bad shooting nights.

Lakers was -5.5 on that game, I bet for the Lakers even they gave 5.5 for the SAS, the big 3 was playing and healthy so I am confident.
but the San Antonio came ready and destroyed the Lakers with a good lead.

Next one is SAS vs OKC and Magic vs NY...

Picking OKC and NY on this game...

[avp2306]

OKC definitely looks like they will win the NBA in season cup there is no doubt about that but that doesn't really mean anything anymore, it was just a thing that they made up to make the regular seasons watched a bit more because of the down ratings.

We need to talk about that too, no idea what they are going to do but regular seasons are getitng less and less views, even the finals are not getting as much views as it used to, there is just not enough media around it anymore as much as we used to have.

Not only the season cup, but maybe the NBA title yet again for the 2nd time in a row. That's just how dominating they are currently.

The Thunder are starting to make their own dynasty like the Warriors back then when they got KD, and other teams are just starting to give up when they're up against them in the regular season. The Thunder have a very deep and reliable roster right now, but aside from that, they also have lots of draft picks that are being kept and they can just use it to get another all-star if they wanted to.

Now with regards to the views, it has been a slow decline ever since, and I can't say the exact reason, but maybe the fact that those teams that have a huge fan-based isn't the ones that are going to the NBA Finals is the reason why? That might be one, but I believe there's a deeper reason to that, but this problem is happening for years already, and Adam Silver is constantly finding solutions to it.

Let’s relax on the OKC dynasty talk. They won one championship and probably would’ve lost if the star player on the opposing team didn’t get injured. If they win another one then the discussion can start.

Their past championship create debate since many people really think that if Haliburton didn't got injured maybe we see a different result of that game.

But win is a win and seems faith is all in favor with their team at that time then they get their very first championship.

If OKC would able to win another championship this year those doubts would provably go away then people would talk about OKC dynasty just like on early days of GSW on which got amaze on the team achievements they get.

[Stavri]

Rockets won Clippers game. Alperen was back. Made double double. 22 points and 15 rebounds. im happy him to back. Love watching KD and Alperen duo. Actually they struggled a lot against Zubac. Zubac did 34 pts (season high). But they could win at the end.

[Wapfika]

Rockets won Clippers game. Alperen was back. Made double double. 22 points and 15 rebounds. im happy him to back. Love watching KD and Alperen duo. Actually they struggled a lot against Zubac. Zubac did 34 pts (season high). But they could win at the end.

They will surely struggle since Zubac is a very tough center while Alperen is not playing as a hardcore center anymore rather a power forward game so a tough center will surely give him a problem now.

The advantage of Rockets new line-up is there already multiple option available for them to penetrate the enemy defense that makes them so hard to beat when Alperen is online already.

[emrecemsan]

Rockets won Clippers game. Alperen was back. Made double double. 22 points and 15 rebounds. im happy him to back. Love watching KD and Alperen duo. Actually they struggled a lot against Zubac. Zubac did 34 pts (season high). But they could win at the end.

Alperen's presence was really important. If it weren't for him they'd probably lose. Because KD played really badly mate.    He missed so many shots from the paint. But it happens of course he can't be in form all the time.

IMO, Amen Thompson was the best of his team in this game. He missed a triple-double by inches. I really loved his high percentage performance in general. But I think Rockets shouldn't have struggled this much against a horrible Clippers this season.

[dwyane36]

Their past championship create debate since many people really think that if Haliburton didn't got injured maybe we see a different result of that game.

But win is a win and seems faith is all in favor with their team at that time then they get their very first championship.

If OKC would able to win another championship this year those doubts would provably go away then people would talk about OKC dynasty just like on early days of GSW on which got amaze on the team achievements they get.

No matter how skilled a team is, luck always plays a role. So there is reason to have doubts, considering that last season's final series was close and ended with a 4-3 victory for the Thunder. Personally, I also think that the outcome could have been different if Haliburton hadn't been injured.
p.s
Although the Thunder are performing excellently in the current regular season, the playoffs could be a different story.

[Cointxz]

Lakers was -5.5 on that game, I bet for the Lakers even they gave 5.5 for the SAS, the big 3 was playing and healthy so I am confident.
but the San Antonio came ready and destroyed the Lakers with a good lead.

Next one is SAS vs OKC and Magic vs NY...

Picking OKC and NY on this game...

I have high confidence that OKC will not choke the same way like Lakers did but I have doubt about NY since they sometimes play bad against team with good defense.

Magic have a decent game against Knicks on their recent match up although they fall short but I believe this will be a close game so if you are choosing handicap make sure it’s only a small points differ.

[Vaculin]

I have high confidence that OKC will not choke the same way like Lakers did ....

However high the spread is for OKC, I still think it’s worth taking. OKC is the most consistent team right now. They’re playing like robots, no matter who they face, they only have one mission and that’s to dominate. So if you keep betting on them, you’ll likely be profitable in the long run.

OKC currently has a 56.0% cover rate, though the highest right now is NYK at 66.7%.

you can see that data here
https://www.teamrankings.com/nba/trends/ats_trends/

[yslyv]

I have high confidence that OKC will not choke the same way like Lakers did ....

However high the spread is for OKC, I still think it’s worth taking. OKC is the most consistent team right now. They’re playing like robots, no matter who they face, they only have one mission and that’s to dominate. So if you keep betting on them, you’ll likely be profitable in the long run.

OKC currently has a 56.0% cover rate, though the highest right now is NYK at 66.7%.

you can see that data here
https://www.teamrankings.com/nba/trends/ats_trends/

OKC is a team with a really incredible rotation. There is no matter if some of the players are missing or injured, even the MVP, someone else always steps in and filling the gap. They also have two first round picks in the 2026 draft. Crazy 

[tech30338]

I have high confidence that OKC will not choke the same way like Lakers did ....

However high the spread is for OKC, I still think it’s worth taking. OKC is the most consistent team right now. They’re playing like robots, no matter who they face, they only have one mission and that’s to dominate. So if you keep betting on them, you’ll likely be profitable in the long run.

OKC currently has a 56.0% cover rate, though the highest right now is NYK at 66.7%.

you can see that data here
https://www.teamrankings.com/nba/trends/ats_trends/

OKC is a team with a really incredible rotation. There is no matter if some of the players are missing or injured, even the MVP, someone else always steps in and filling the gap. They also have two first round picks in the 2026 draft. Crazy 

They have accumulated a lot of draft picks that they can give it a way so that when this current players leave or traded they can have extra to build another dynasty, this is the only team with a powerhouse that have lots of draft picks not just that, they are all top pics, that is really crazy if you will have to trade someone you can have another star player reserve for the next draft, they have definitely hit the jackpot, as far as you know who are the teams that will have this kind of line up and draft picks in the league?

[yslyv]

I have high confidence that OKC will not choke the same way like Lakers did ....

However high the spread is for OKC, I still think it’s worth taking. OKC is the most consistent team right now. They’re playing like robots, no matter who they face, they only have one mission and that’s to dominate. So if you keep betting on them, you’ll likely be profitable in the long run.

OKC currently has a 56.0% cover rate, though the highest right now is NYK at 66.7%.

you can see that data here
https://www.teamrankings.com/nba/trends/ats_trends/

OKC is a team with a really incredible rotation. There is no matter if some of the players are missing or injured, even the MVP, someone else always steps in and filling the gap. They also have two first round picks in the 2026 draft. Crazy 

They have accumulated a lot of draft picks that they can give it a way so that when this current players leave or traded they can have extra to build another dynasty, this is the only team with a powerhouse that have lots of draft picks not just that, they are all top pics, that is really crazy if you will have to trade someone you can have another star player reserve for the next draft, they have definitely hit the jackpot, as far as you know who are the teams that will have this kind of line up and draft picks in the league?

Let their games end after the third quarter, why are other teams suffering through this? They’re already up by 40 points after three quarters. NBA should give teams the right to forfeit.

By the way Clippers gave up 5 first round picks + SGA to get Paul George lol. it looks like they got scammed.

[Maslate]

They have accumulated a lot of draft picks that they can give it a way so that when this current players leave or traded they can have extra to build another dynasty, this is the only team with a powerhouse that have lots of draft picks not just that, they are all top pics, that is really crazy if you will have to trade someone you can have another star player reserve for the next draft, they have definitely hit the jackpot, as far as you know who are the teams that will have this kind of line up and draft picks in the league?

That was basically their reward for trading PG13, which the Clippers didn’t really benefit from anyway. Now OKC is a young team stacked with talent. Even if SGA doesn’t play, they can still win. And take note, they’re not even fully healthy yet. Isaiah Hartenstein still hasn’t come back. Once they’re complete, they’re going to be scary.

I honestly think they can make history. Just 1 loss at this stage is crazy impressive.

[püsür]

Rockets won Clippers game. Alperen was back. Made double double. 22 points and 15 rebounds. im happy him to back. Love watching KD and Alperen duo. Actually they struggled a lot against Zubac. Zubac did 34 pts (season high). But they could win at the end.

Alperen's presence was really important. If it weren't for him they'd probably lose. Because KD played really badly mate.    He missed so many shots from the paint. But it happens of course he can't be in form all the time.

IMO, Amen Thompson was the best of his team in this game. He missed a triple-double by inches. I really loved his high percentage performance in general. But I think Rockets shouldn't have struggled this much against a horrible Clippers this season.

Last sentence is a good point. They shouldn't have struggled this much. Zubac had his season high if I'm not mistaken. Alperen struggled to defend Zubac, committing simple passing errors and turnovers, but thanks to his superstar qualities, he still managed 22 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists despite an average performance, and they won the game. But he was 9 out of 22 on field goals, he should improve this.

Rockets will play five games in the next ten days, two of which are against Denver. In at least one of these two games they should play good and win if they claim to be a contender.

[1kodumtek7]

Next one is SAS vs OKC and Magic vs NY...

Picking OKC and NY on this game...

Thunder and Spurs go face-to-face for the first time this season. Wembanyama's condition is still unclear if I'm not mistaken. But they are trying to have him in this game. But I think it would only help Spurs lose by a smaller gap. 

When it comes to Knicks I'm not so sure about them against Magic. They already played 3 games this season. Magic beat them twice. I know Franz Wagner is injured but still they aren't that weak.

[Stavri]

Rockets won Clippers game. Alperen was back. Made double double. 22 points and 15 rebounds. im happy him to back. Love watching KD and Alperen duo. Actually they struggled a lot against Zubac. Zubac did 34 pts (season high). But they could win at the end.

Alperen's presence was really important. If it weren't for him they'd probably lose. Because KD played really badly mate.    He missed so many shots from the paint. But it happens of course he can't be in form all the time.

IMO, Amen Thompson was the best of his team in this game. He missed a triple-double by inches. I really loved his high percentage performance in general. But I think Rockets shouldn't have struggled this much against a horrible Clippers this season.

Last sentence is a good point. They shouldn't have struggled this much. Zubac had his season high if I'm not mistaken. Alperen struggled to defend Zubac, committing simple passing errors and turnovers, but thanks to his superstar qualities, he still managed 22 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists despite an average performance, and they won the game. But he was 9 out of 22 on field goals, he should improve this.

Rockets will play five games in the next ten days, two of which are against Denver. In at least one of these two games they should play good and win if they claim to be a contender.

I agree. Amen played well but the presence of KD and Alperen gives him a huge advantage. In games where those two aren’t there, his performance drops. for example he could make only 7 points in previous match when Alperen didnt play. Alperen’s and KD's presence creates impactReed Sheppard and Amen Thompson.