NBA offseason grades assess teams as LeBron considerations loom
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 2:37 PM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026

CBS Sports evaluates the NBA offseason for Eastern Conference teams amid ongoing roster changes. The Philadelphia 76ers receive an A for effectively trading Paul George for Jaylen Brown and acquiring valuable prospects. The Charlotte Hornets also earn an A for smart moves, including cashing out on LaMelo Ball while securing future draft capital. The Miami Heat's offseason is graded B- after acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo but sacrificing much of their young talent. Further assessments are anticipated following significant trades involving LeBron James and Kawhi Leonard.
- •76ers acquire Jaylen Brown, grade: A.
- •Hornets trade LaMelo Ball, gain future draft picks, grade: A.
- •Heat secure Giannis Antetokounmpo but lose young talent, grade: B-.
- •New assessments to follow regarding LeBron James and Kawhi Leonard trades.
- •Teams are actively shaping their rosters for a competitive season.
- 2:37 PMCBS Sports — NBA offseason grades for every East team: 76ers, Hornets ace moves, Celtics among many in C- range
"Based on everything we know now (before LeBron signs and the Kawhi trade becomes official), we're grading the NBA offseason
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