NBA 2025-2026 Predictions: Who Will Reign Next Season?
Alofoke Deportes presents an exhaustive analysis of the projections for the 2025-2026 NBA season, answering the most important questions of the league and anticipating possible champions and contenders.
The Oklahoma City Thunder will look to become the first team to win consecutive championships since 2018, challenging the streak of seven different champions. But, who are the rivals to beat?
The Cleveland Cavaliers, after a remarkable regular season, will face challenges in an Eastern Conference marked by injuries. The New York Knicks, with Mike Brown as the new coach, will also seek to advance in the postseason.
Our experts have evaluated the options for the Eastern Conference, the Western Conference, and the eventual NBA champion, awarding points according to the position in their predictions.
Who Will Win the Eastern Conference Finals?
Will the Cleveland Cavaliers be able to crown themselves as champions of the Eastern Conference in 2025-26?
Cleveland Cavaliers: 98 points
New York Knicks: 72 points
Orlando Magic: 21 points
Milwaukee Bucks: 7 points
Indiana Pacers: 3 points
The Cavaliers, with Darius Garland and Max Strus out due to injuries, could face challenges at the start of the season. However, with their full roster and in good physical condition, they are strong contenders.
The Knicks, with greater financial flexibility, could strengthen their team during the season, which could be a key factor.
The signing of Desmond Bane by the Magic could also be decisive in competing for a place in the conference finals.
Who Will Win the Western Conference Finals?
Will the 2025-26 NBA champion come from the Western Conference?
Oklahoma City Thunder: 106 points
Denver Nuggets: 50 points
Houston Rockets: 35 points
Los Angeles Lakers/Minnesota Timberwolves: 7 points
Golden State Warriors: 2 points
The Rockets, with the addition of Kevin Durant, promise to be a tough rival for the Thunder, who dominated the voting. The Nuggets, with a good performance in the previous season, are also considered contenders.
The Thunder, with their young and talented core, will seek to secure their position as champions of the Western Conference.
Who Will Win the 2026 NBA Finals?
Oklahoma City Thunder: 101 points
Denver Nuggets: 36 points
Cleveland Cavaliers: 27 points
Houston Rockets: 21 points
New York Knicks: 11 points
The Thunder, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, seem to be the favorites to break the streak of different champions. The Nuggets, with Nikola Jokic, are seen as the biggest challenge.
The Rockets, with the addition of Kevin Durant, also enter the conversation as contenders.
