1 Overreaction to Every NBA Team's First Game
Bleacher Report • • sports
Key Points:
- The 2026-27 NBA season has started with notable performances including Paul George setting a Celtics debut scoring record and LeBron James winning with the 76ers in New York.
- The Atlanta Hawks showed strength with a balanced attack and depth, positioning themselves as a top-6 playoff contender in the East.
- Brooklyn Nets struggled significantly in their opener, raising concerns they may be the worst team in the league this season.
- Victor Wembanyama of the Spurs faced difficulties against the Thunder's physical defense, suggesting teams may have found ways to slow him down.
- Several teams showed promise: the Thunder look like title favorites, the Pistons may already be contenders with their core, and the Lakers' Walker Kessler had an impressive debut justifying his costly acquisition.
