The NBA is back! Our experts reveal their predictions: favorite teams, players to watch, potential surprises… Who will lift the trophy next June? Discover our bets for a season that promises to be exciting!
The new NBA season is about to begin, with its share of surprises and twists in perspective. After an eventful off-season, the cards are reshuffled and the forces involved are realigned. As the first matches approach, our experts look at the challenges of this 2024-2025 edition and deliver their predictions. Who will succeed the Celtics on the list? Which players will do well? Elements of response.
Boston, overwhelming favorite for back-to-back
With a stable and experienced workforce, led by a duo Tatum-Brown at the height of his art, Boston appears as a scarecrow. The Celtics proved their mental strength in the playoffs and seem equipped to retain their crown. For the majority of our specialists, barring any unexpected events, they will be very difficult to dislodge.
The Knicks as main challengers in the East?
The pleasant surprise could come from New York. Ambitious, the Knicks took advantage of the summer to strengthen their squad with seasoned veterans. Enough to ideally surround young shoots Barrett-Brunson. For some observers, they have the weapons to come and tickle Boston and aim for the Finals.
Western Conference: Nuggets with revenge, Clippers in ambush
In the West, Denver will be keen to redeem itself after an early elimination last spring. With a Jokic revenge and better integrated second knives, the Nuggets start favorites. But they will have to be wary of the ambitious Clippers, carried by a Kawhi Leonard once again in full possession of his means.
Doncic on his way to MVP
In terms of individualities, the Slovenian Luka Doncic seems destined for the best player trophy. Breathtaking in technique and vision, he reached a milestone last season. If he maintains this level and takes Dallas to the top, he will be difficult to compete with. Only Jokic, Tatum and Antetokounmpo seem capable of challenging him for the statuette.
Rookies who could surprise
Among the young people to follow, our experts are focusing in particular on Emoni Bates. Equipped with a formidable shot and great maturity, the leader seems ready to take charge in his first season. It could be the ideal launch pad for the Rockets in an accelerated rebuild.
Our bets for the flops of the season
Finally on the disappointment side, the Suns seem exposed. Aging, the workforce built around Devin Booker was not renewed. Injuries could hamper their season. The Bulls are struggling to find the right fuel and could also disappoint.
If the NBA always reserves its share of twists and turns, this 2024-2025 season in any case promises fierce battles. Between the supremacy of the Celtics to defend, the outsiders on the lookout and the stars in search of recognition, the suspense is complete. See you on October 22 for the first lessons!
2024-10-19 14:18:00