Our writers share their early predictions for how the Eastern Conference standings could take shape in the 2025-26 season. NBA.com Staff The Magic are a favorite among our writers to rise into the East’s upper tier in 2025-26. From time to time, NBA.com ...

The first few games of the NBA season have given us an insightful look into which teams are better or worse than a year ago. One telling metric is defensive rating.

After another great outing from Jaime Jaquez Jr., Erik Spoelstra speaks on the 'remarkable' metric that elevates the Heat.

The opening two weeks of the 2025-26 NBA season have delivered thrilling moments and historic performances. As the excitement rolls into Week 3, stream some of the best matchups exclusively on NBA League Pass.

The Cleveland Cavaliers are aching early in the season with a number of injuries plaguing the roster. Those ailments have led the Cavs to a 4-3 start, which is slightly below the expectations they had of being the best team in the Eastern Conference at the beginning of the season.

12. Portland Trail Blazers Projected wins: 35.8 ESPN BET over/under total: 33.5