The NBA’s 7 worst offseason moves of 2026, ranked
SB Nation • • sports
Key Points:
- The NBA's parity era encourages teams to make bold moves, but some offseason decisions risk long-term harm if they fail to deliver immediate success.
- The Lakers' acquisition of Walker Kessler involved surrendering multiple unprotected first-round picks for a player who has yet to prove All-Star caliber, potentially limiting future roster improvements.
- The Knicks' choice not to re-sign Mitchell Robinson, a key defensive and rebounding asset during their 2026 championship run, may weaken their chances of repeating.
- The Pelicans made minimal moves, re-signing DeAndre Jordan despite a poor previous season and rejecting offers for promising players, raising questions about their competitiveness.
- The Bucks' $64 million contract to Gary Trent Jr., despite his poor recent performance and ongoing NBA investigation, is widely viewed as an unjustified overpay that could hamper the team's development.
