The new season is almost here, which means it’s prediction time. 🏀

In this episode, I break down my picks for every major NBA award heading into the 2025–26 season — MVP, Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Most Improved, and 6th Man of the Year. From established superstars chasing more hardware to rookies looking to make their mark, I dive into who I think will take home each trophy and why.

Who’s your MVP pick this year? Who do you see breaking out? Let’s get into it.

🎙️ Full breakdown inside the podcast
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Timestamps:

00:53- MVP (Nikola Jokic)

10:42- ROTY (Cooper Flagg)

20:00- DPOY (Victor Wembanyama)

24:50- MIP (Matas Buzelis)

29:26- 6MOY (Naz Reid)

The 2025–26 NBA season is here, and the storylines are already heating up. From Luka Doncic’s potential comeback campaign, to whether the East really only has two true contenders, to the hype surrounding Cooper Flagg’s rookie year — there’s no shortage of drama. Can OKC repeat their Western dominance? And just how stacked is the West really this season?

In this episode, I break down the 5 biggest storylines you need to watch heading into opening night. I’ll dive into what they mean for teams, players, and the playoff picture, while giving my perspective on which narratives are real and which might be overblown.

🎙️ Full breakdown inside — let’s set the stage for an unforgettable season.

Timestamps:

00:50- Luka Doncic's Resurgence

05:26- New York vs Cleveland

10:00- Cooper Flagg's Rookie Expectations

13:25- Can OKC Repeat as Champs?

18:45- Stacked Western Conference?

We’ve reached the finale of the Top 100 NBA Players list. After weeks of breaking down every tier, today’s episode is all about the very best of the best — the 5 through 1 range.

These are the players who define eras, tilt the floor every night, and carry championship expectations on their shoulders. I dive into what makes each of them great, why they landed in this exact order, and how they separate themselves from the rest of the league.

🎙️ Full breakdown inside the podcast
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Timestamps:

00:42- Luka Doncic

07:28- Jayson Tatum

11:49- Giannis Antetokounmpo

17:18- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

24:02- Nikola Jokic