Mind the Game The Big NBA Season Preview (2025-26)
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Oct 21, 2025 LeBron James and Steve Nash dive into the upcoming NBA season with insights on last year’s standout teams, the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers. They dissect contenders like the Denver Nuggets and Houston Rockets, focusing on roster changes and strategies. The duo discusses the impact of depth and size, and which teams are primed for success. They highlight League Pass favorites including the Mavericks and Spurs, while also joking about fans' watching habits. Get ready for an exciting season!
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Depth, Speed, And Cohesive Defense
- OKC and Indiana showcased complementary styles: speed, defensive cohesion, and depth drove their success.
- Those traits created playoff basketball that looked chaotic but was highly structured and effective.
Depth And Versatility As The New Standard
- Depth and positional versatility are lasting trends; teams need multiple playmakers who can guard and handle closeouts.
- Big-lineup experimentation will persist but only works with the right complementary skillsets.
Pair Bigs For Complementary Skills
- Build lineups with complementary bigs rather than just two large bodies.
- Prioritize rim protection, floor spacing, passing, and offensive rebounding when pairing bigs.