2026-27 NBA season preview: Rankings, predictions, and the biggest roster shake-up ever
Welcome back to the NBA. Just in case you missed the blockbuster bonanza this summer, the league has been completely flipped upside down. Giannis Antetokounmpo is finally in Miami, Jaylen Brown stunningly landed in Philadelphia, and Ja Morant is heading to Portland. On top of that, Kawhi Leonard is back in Toronto, LaMelo Ball is pairing up with Anthony Edwards in Minnesota, and the Lakers have added a serious lob threat to help out Luka Doncic. Oh, and a 41-year-old legend defied Father Time to change coasts, setting up the league’s newest superteam and a massive shift in the conference landscape. Add a deep 2026 rookie class to the mix, and we could be looking at one of the most exciting seasons in recent history. On the eve of opening night, ESPN’s NBA insiders are breaking down the stars, storylines, team rankings, and predictions that will shape the 2026-27 season and the run through the postseason.
