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NBA experts predict standings and Finals for 2026-27 season

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 6:00 PM

Last updated Oct 19, 2026

NBA experts predict standings and Finals for 2026-27 season
Summary

As the NBA 2026-27 season approaches, CBS Sports staff provide their predictions for team standings and playoff outcomes. In the Western Conference, the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs are favored to lead, with the Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves competing for playoff spots. The Eastern Conference shows more uncertainty, with several teams building strong rosters, signaling potential competition among the top. With predictions set for both Conference Finals and the NBA Finals, the experts expect the Spurs or Thunder to take the championship.

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Key Details
  • •Thunder and Spurs expected to dominate Western Conference standings
  • •Knicks and Celtics favorites in the Eastern Conference
  • •Predicted Finals matchup could see Spurs or Thunder as champions
  • •Insights reflect a stronger East this season compared to last
  • •Expert predictions aim to forecast playoff dynamics and team success
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  • 6:00 PMCBS Sports — NBA 2026-27 season predictions: Expert picks for full standings and Finals
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With new NBA season on the horizon, here's what our experts think will happen over the next eight months

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