The 2025-26 NBA season is slowly approaching and we're still a long way from any serious postseason conversations. However, in a league known for its superstar shake-ups, surprise runs and playoff plunders, it's clear that anything can happen from October to April.
Injuries will be a huge factor in the Eastern Conference, as recent front-running contenders such as the Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers might slip in the standings due to the impact of their missing leaders.
In a competitive Western Conference, standings don't seem as set in stone. Last season, the seeding for the playoffs wasn't settled until the last day of the regular season.