Three years ago, they were champions, dominant, explosive, and in control of the Eastern Conference. Last season, the Milwaukee Bucks acquired All-Star point guard Damian Lillard in a blockbuster three-team deal, instantly positioning them as favorites to win the NBA championship in 2024. With new head coach Adrian Griffin at the helm, the Bucks started the season strong, achieving a 30-13 record.

The Denver Nuggets have made a bold decision by signing Jamal Murray to a four-year, $207.8 million contract. This deal will take effect at the start of the 2025-26 NBA season.

After failing to reach the playoffs last season and facing lineup changes, a new era begins for a team that once dominated the league. Curry and Green are the last bastions of that great team, but there were no high-profile signings. Veteran players De'Anthony Melton, Kyle, and Buddy Hield have joined the roster.

Julius Randle is getting used to his new surroundings after being traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves as part of the Karl-Anthony Towns deal. The All-Star forward has spent the last five years in New York, helping Tom Thibodeau build a competitive team. Now, he finds himself on a squad ready to contend under the guidance of Chris Finch.

The arrival of the NBA season brings an exciting new phase for the New Orleans Pelicans: the era of Zion Williamson as a focal point. This talented team has immense potential, but it has always been frustrated by the inconsistent availability of its stars and on-court chemistry. Will they be able to overcome these obstacles this time?