
NBA 2026-27 season predictions: A Knicks repeat and LeBron’s villain arc
Columnists preview the 2026‑27 NBA season, noting the New York Knicks are favored to repeat as champions while LeBron James is portrayed as a polarizing figure. They assess whether the San Antonio Spurs or Oklahoma City Thunder could disrupt the Knicks' run and highlight potential breakout young players poised for a breakout year. The season opens on Tuesday.