Philadelphia 76ers, Oklahoma City Thunder favored in 2026-2027 predictions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:38 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
As the 2026-2027 NBA season approaches, predictions highlight the Philadelphia 76ers and Oklahoma City Thunder as strong contenders for the Finals. The 76ers have bolstered their roster with LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, positioning them for deep playoff runs. The Thunder, with a healthy Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, are also expected to make an impact in the postseason. Analysts suggest the 76ers may face the Thunder in the Finals, with Philadelphia's star power potentially giving them the edge. The season is set to begin soon, following a low-key offseason.
- •76ers add LeBron James and Jaylen Brown to their roster.
- •Thunder expected to return to the Western Conference Finals with key players healthy.
- •Analysts predict a Finals matchup between the 76ers and Thunder.
- •Philadelphia may have an advantage due to its star-studded lineup.
- 12:38 PMYahoo Sports — Predicting the NBA champion & final 4 ahead of 2026-2027 season
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