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NBA ranks top teammate duos entering 2026-27 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 7:37 PM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

NBA ranks top teammate duos entering 2026-27 season

Summary

The best NBA teammate duos for the upcoming 2026-27 season have been ranked, highlighting the effectiveness of several pairs. The New York Knicks' Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns lead with a net rating of 5.2, showing strong performance together in the playoffs. Following them are the Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray, with a net rating of 10.8, indicating their long-standing chemistry. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams of the Oklahoma City Thunder also stand out with a net rating of 13.3, emphasizing their successful collaboration. The effectiveness of these duos underlines how chemistry and combined performance contribute significantly to team success.

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By the Numbers

•Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns ranked first with a net rating of 5.2.
•Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray follow with a net rating of 10.8.
•Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams have a net rating of 13.3.
•The rankings reflect performance efficiency and team chemistry.
•Duos evaluated based on offensive and defensive contributions.

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7:37 PMYahoo Sports — Ranking the best teammate duos in the NBA for the 2026-27 season

What they're saying

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It's no easy assignment to rank anything about the NBA this early in the season. But there are some one-two punches that project to look outstanding.
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