As the new NBA season approaches, excitement is in the air, but the shadow of uncertainty surrounding Kawhi Leonard lingers. The star of the Los Angeles Clippers, who has suffered significant injuries to his right knee, enters his 33-year-old season with more questions than answers.

Donovan Mitchell's decision to sign a contract extension with the Cleveland Cavaliers has dispelled some doubts about the team's future. After two seasons of speculation, now that Mitchell is committed, Cleveland should play with more freedom.

The new NBA season is just around the corner, with the opening game scheduled for Tuesday, October 22. While the favorites look to compete for the 2025 NBA championship, there are teams focused on rebuilding, and one of them is undoubtedly the Washington Wizards.

The new Intuit Dome opened its doors on Monday night, and fans of the Los Angeles Clippers experienced an unforgettable time during an exciting preseason game against the Dallas Mavericks. This impressive venue, which cost over $2 billion, promises to be a significant boost for the team and its fans.

With the start of the 2024-25 NBA season on October 22, let's review all thirty teams and their chances, see if the Celtics can repeat, and what the Lakers need to join the list of favorites.