The Dallas Mavericks are once again facing skepticism as the 2025–26 NBA season approaches. ESPN ’s Tim Bontemps is predicting that the team will miss the playoffs. That analysis comes despite Dallas adding rookie sensation Cooper Flagg.

The improvement on offense was real, too. A near 38% shooter from deep and a willing cutter, Camara has evolved into a true two-way switchblade. At 6-foot-7 and 229 pounds, he’s a modern forward built for switching ball-screens. Basically, he's the dude every contender needs. For the first time in a while, that prototype is Portland's to claim.

The Indiana Pacers are going to be without their best player this season, but that does not necessarily hurt their playoff chances.

SportsLine's Inside the Lines team and computer model locked in their top NBA props for Friday, including Karl-Anthony Towns Over 1.5 3-pointers

Former NBA champion Jeff Teague envisions an unforgettable farewell season for LeBron James, suggesting a focus on celebration rather than playoff pre