2024-25 NBA Season Preview: Can Anyone Dethrone the Celtics?
The wait is finally over. The 2024-25 NBA season has arrived, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent memory. The Boston Celtics, fresh off their dominant run through the playoffs, are looking to repeat as champions. But with a deep pool of talented teams in the league, it won’t be an easy feat.
Eastern Conference Contenders
The New York Knicks, bolstered by offseason additions Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns, are looking to make a serious push for the title. The Philadelphia 76ers, meanwhile, signed Paul George to maximize the prime of former MVP Joel Embiid. Can either of these teams dethrone the Celtics in the Eastern Conference?
Western Conference Challengers
Out west, the Oklahoma City Thunder is looking to build on their impressive 2023-24 campaign. With key additions Alex Caruso and Isaiah Hartenstein, they’re primed to make a deep playoff run. The Minnesota Timberwolves, led by Anthony Edwards, are also eyeing the Larry O’Brien trophy. And don’t count out the Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns, Dallas Mavericks, and Denver Nuggets – each of these teams has the talent to make a serious push for the title.
NBA Expert Picks
We asked our NBA experts to weigh in on the upcoming season. Here’s what they had to say:
- Eastern Conference Finals: Celtics over Knicks (6), Celtics over 76ers (6), 76ers over Celtics (7)
- Western Conference Finals: Thunder over Mavericks (6), Thunder over Nuggets (6), Timberwolves over Thunder (7)
- NBA Finals: Celtics over Thunder (6), Celtics over Thunder (7), 76ers over Thunder (6)
The Team Most Likely to Be Active in the Trade Market
Our experts also predicted which team would be most active in the trade market this season. The results were split, with the Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat, and Golden State Warriors each receiving multiple votes.
As the season gets underway, one thing is clear: this is going to be a wild ride. Will the Celtics repeat as champions, or will a new team emerge to take the title? Stay tuned to find out.
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