Before every NBA season, the league’s general managers take part in an annual survey that covers everything from who will win the Finals to which teams made the best offseason moves, and even which team is the most fun to watch.
The survey doesn’t just focus on teams. It also dives into player-specific questions, like who will win MVP or who’s the best at each position. Some questions, like “Which player is most likely to have a breakout season in 2025–26?" are bound to spark debate.
Last season, the GMs tabbed the Oklahoma City Thunder’s Jalen Williams as the player most likely to break out—and they were right.