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2024-25 NBA.com GM Survey: 50 questions ahead of new season<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

The annual survey is here. NBA general managers react to key topics before the 2024-25 season tips off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

John Schuhmann<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Archive<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Updated on October 8, 2024 4:31 PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Boston Celtics were one of the most dominant champions in recent memory<\/a>, ranking in the top two on both ends of the floor in the regular season and then losing only three playoff games on their way to the franchise\u2019s 18th title<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s been seven years since the NBA had a repeat champion, but it should be no surprise that the Celtics are heavy favorites to hoist the Larry O\u2019Brien Trophy again in 2025. In the 23rd annual NBA.com GM Survey<\/a>, 83% of respondents picked Boston to do just that, with that rate being the third highest for a title pick in the history of the survey. Not coincidentally, the Celtics were the most popular response for both the league\u2019s best defensive team and the team that will lead the league in offensive efficiency this season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Celtics don\u2019t have the most popular players in the survey, but GMs selected Jayson Tatum as the league\u2019s best small forward for the second straight year. Jrue Holiday, meanwhile, was tabbed as the NBA\u2019s best perimeter defender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best overall defender, according to the league\u2019s GMs, is a 20-year old with only 71 games of NBA experience. The San Antonio Spurs\u2019 Victor Wembanyama is also, overwhelmingly, the player that decision-makers would most like to start a franchise with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The GMs responded to 50 different questions about the best teams, players, coaches and offseason moves. General managers were not permitted to vote for their own team or personnel. Percentages are based on the pool of respondents to that particular question, rather than all 30 GMs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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PREDICTIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which team will win the 2025 NBA Finals?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Boston Celtics \u2013 83%<\/strong>
2. Oklahoma City Thunder \u2013 13%
3. Dallas Mavericks \u2013 3%
\u00bb Last year: Boston Celtics & Denver Nuggets \u2013 33%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eastern Conference rankings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/th>Team<\/th>1st<\/th>2nd<\/th>3rd<\/th>4th<\/th>%Total<\/th><\/tr>
1.<\/td>Boston<\/td>97%<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>39%<\/td><\/tr>
2.<\/td>New York<\/td><\/td>43%<\/td>37%<\/td>14%<\/td>22%<\/td><\/tr>
3.<\/td>Philadelphia<\/td><\/td>50%<\/td>20%<\/td>17%<\/td>21%<\/td><\/tr>
4.<\/td>Cleveland<\/td>3%<\/td>7%<\/td>20%<\/td>17%<\/td>9%<\/td><\/tr>
5.<\/td>Milwaukee<\/td><\/td><\/td>13%<\/td>31%<\/td>6%<\/td><\/tr>
6.<\/td>Orlando<\/td><\/td><\/td>10%<\/td>7%<\/td>3%<\/td><\/tr>
7.<\/td>Indiana<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>14%<\/td>1%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

%Total = Percentage of total points (4 for 1st place vote, 3 for 2nd, 2 for 3rd, 1 for 4th)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00bb Last year: 53% picked Boston to win the East. Order after the Celtics was Milwaukee, Cleveland, Philadelphia, New York, Miami and Atlanta.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Western Conference rankings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/th>Team<\/th>1st<\/th>2nd<\/th>3rd<\/th>4th<\/th>%Total<\/th><\/tr>
1.<\/td>Oklahoma City<\/td>80%<\/td>10%<\/td><\/td>3%<\/td>35%<\/td><\/tr>
2.<\/td>Minnesota<\/td><\/td>40%<\/td>40%<\/td>10%<\/td>21%<\/td><\/tr>
3.<\/td>Denver<\/td>7%<\/td>27%<\/td>27%<\/td>20%<\/td>17%<\/td><\/tr>
4.<\/td>Dallas<\/td>7%<\/td>23%<\/td>23%<\/td>20%<\/td>15%<\/td><\/tr>
5.<\/td>Phoenix<\/td>7%<\/td>3%<\/td>3%<\/td>23%<\/td>7%<\/td><\/tr>
6.<\/td>Memphis<\/td><\/td>3%<\/td>7%<\/td>10%<\/td>3%<\/td><\/tr>
7.<\/td>New Orleans<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>10%<\/td>1%<\/td><\/tr>
8.<\/td>Golden State<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>3%<\/td>0%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

%Total = Percentage of total points (4 for 1st place vote, 3 for 2nd, 2 for 3rd, 1 for 4th)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00bb Last year: 70% picked Denver to win the West. Order after the Nuggets was Phoenix, L.A. Lakers, Golden State, LA Clippers, Memphis, New Orleans and Sacramento (tie), Dallas and Oklahoma City.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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PLAYERS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who will win the 2024-25 Kia MVP?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City \u2013 40%<\/strong>
2. Luka Doncic, Dallas \u2013 30%
T-3. Joel Embiid, Philadelphia \u2013 7%
T-3. Nikola Jokic, Denver \u2013 7%
T-3. Jayson Tatum, Boston \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee; Jaylen Brown, Boston; Anthony Edwards, Minnesota
\u00bb Last year: Nikola Jokic \u2013 43%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you were starting a franchise today and could sign any player in the NBA, who would it be?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio \u2013 77%<\/strong>
T-2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City \u2013 10%
T-2. Nikola Jokic, Denver \u2013 10%
4. Luka Doncic, Dallas \u2013 3%
\u00bb Last year: Nikola Jok\u05d6ic \u2013 33%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which player forces opposing coaches to make the most adjustments?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Luka Doncic, Dallas \u2013 33%<\/strong>
2. Stephen Curry, Golden State \u2013 30%
3. Nikola Jokic, Denver \u2013 23%
T-4. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee \u2013 7%
T-4. Joel Embiid, Philadelphia \u2013 7%
\u00bb Last year: Stephen Curry \u2013 40%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which player is most likely to have a breakout season in 2024-25?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Jalen Williams, Oklahoma City \u2013 13%<\/strong>
T-2. Evan Mobley, Cleveland \u2013 10%
T-2. Ja Morant, Memphis \u2013 10%
T-2. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio \u2013 10%
T-5. Paolo Banchero, Orlando \u2013 7%
T-5. Cade Cunningham, Detroit \u2013 7%
T-5. Brandon Miller, Charlotte \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: LaMelo Ball, Charlotte; Anthony Edwards, Minnesota; Dereck Lively II, Dallas; Tyrese Maxey, Philadelphia; Trey Murphy III, New Orleans; Keegan Murray, Sacramento; Andrew Nembhard, Indiana; Alperen Sengun, Houston; Cam Thomas, Brooklyn; Amen Thompson, Houston; Ausar Thompson, Detroit
\u00bb Last year: Anthony Edwards \u2013 23%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is the best point guard in the NBA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Luka Doncic, Dallas \u2013 37%<\/strong>
2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City \u2013 30%
3. Stephen Curry, Golden State \u2013 23%
4. Jalen Brunson, New York \u2013 10%
\u00bb Last year: Stephen Curry \u2013 63%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is the best shooting guard in the NBA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Anthony Edwards, Minnesota \u2013 33%<\/strong>
2. Devin Booker, Phoenix \u2013 23%
3. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City \u2013 20%
4. Stephen Curry, Golden State \u2013 10%
5. Luka Doncic, Dallas \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Jaylen Brown, Boston; Derrick White, Boston
\u00bb Last year: Devin Booker \u2013 63%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is the best small forward in the NBA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Jayson Tatum, Boston \u2013 47%<\/strong>
T-2. Luka Doncic, Dallas \u2013 17%
T-2. Kevin Durant, Phoenix \u2013 17%
T-2. LeBron James, L.A. Lakers \u2013 17%
5. Jaylen Brown, Boston \u2013 3%
\u00bb Last year: Jayson Tatum \u2013 47%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is the best power forward in the NBA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee \u2013 77%<\/strong>
2. Kevin Durant, Phoenix \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Anthony Davis, L.A. Lakers; Draymond Green, Golden State; Domantas Sabonis, Sacramento; Jayson Tatum, Boston; Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio
\u00bb Last year: Giannis Antetokounmpo \u2013 97%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is the best center in the NBA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Nikola Jokic, Denver \u2013 87%<\/strong>
2. Joel Embiid, Philadelphia \u2013 10%
3. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio \u2013 3%
\u00bb Last year: Nikola Jokic \u2013 93%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Highest percentage of total votes on position questions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Nikola Jokic, Denver \u2013 17%<\/strong>
2. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee \u2013 15%
3. Luka Doncic, Dallas \u2013 12%
T-4. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City \u2013 10%
T-4. Jayson Tatum, Boston \u2013 10%
\u00bb Last year: Giannis Antetokounmpo \u2013 19.3%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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OFFSEASON MOVES<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which team made the best overall moves this offseason?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Oklahoma City Thunder \u2013 37%<\/strong>
2. Philadelphia 76ers \u2013 33%
3. New York Knicks \u2013 20%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Brooklyn Nets, Orlando Magic, Sacramento Kings
\u00bb Last year: Boston Celtics & Milwaukee Bucks \u2013 23%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which one player acquisition will make the biggest impact?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Paul George, Philadelphia \u2013 60%<\/strong>
T-2. Mikal Bridges, New York \u2013 13%
T-2. Karl-Anthony Towns, New York \u2013 13%
4. Alex Caruso, Oklahoma City \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: DeMar DeRozan, Sacramento; Isaiah Hartenstein, Oklahoma City
\u00bb Last year: Damian Lillard \u2013 47%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What was the most underrated player acquisition?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Alex Caruso, Oklahoma City \u2013 23%<\/strong>
2. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Orlando \u2013 17%
T-3. Isaiah Hartenstein, Oklahoma City \u2013 13%
T-3. Tyus Jones, Phoenix \u2013 13%
5. Klay Thompson, Dallas \u2013 10%
6. Chris Paul, San Antonio \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Kyle Anderson, Golden State; Donte DiVincenzo, Minnesota; Josh Giddey, Chicago; Caleb Martin, Philadelphia; Gary Trent Jr., Milwaukee
\u00bb Last year: Marcus Smart \u2013 17%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which team will be most improved in 2024-25?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Memphis Grizzlies \u2013 67%<\/strong>
2. San Antonio Spurs \u2013 13%
3. Philadelphia 76ers \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Detroit Pistons, Houston Rockets, Orlando Magic, Phoenix Suns
\u00bb Last year: Oklahoma City Thunder \u2013 30%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What was the most surprising move of the offseason?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Karl-Anthony Towns to New York \u2013 27%<\/strong>
2. Paul George to Philadelphia \u2013 23%
3. DeMar DeRozan to Sacramento \u2013 17%
4. Mikal Bridges to New York \u2013 10%
5. Zaccharie Risacher drafted No. 1 \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Deni Avdija to Portland; Tyus Jones to Phoenix, Caleb Martin to Philadelphia, Dejounte Murray to New Orleans, Klay Thompson to Dallas
\u00bb Last year: Holiday\/Lillard trade \u2013 43%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ROOKIES & INTERNATIONAL<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who will win the 2024-25 Rookie of the Year?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Reed Sheppard, Houston \u2013 50%<\/strong>
2. Zach Edey, Memphis \u2013 30%
3. Stephon Castle, San Antonio \u2013 13%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Ron Holland II, Detroit; Alex Sarr, Washington
\u00bb Last year: Victor Wembanyama \u2013 50%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which rookie will be the best player in five years?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Reed Sheppard, Houston \u2013 43%<\/strong>
2. Stephon Castle, San Antonio \u2013 17%
3. Zaccharie Risacher, Atlanta \u2013 13%
T-4. Bub Carrington, Washington \u2013 7%
T-4. Alex Sarr, Washington \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Matas Buzelis, Chicago; Donovan Clingan, Portland; Ron Holland II, Detroit; Dalton Knecht, L.A. Lakers
\u00bb Last year: Victor Wembanyama \u2013 90%<\/em>
\u00bb Five years ago: Zion Williamson \u2013 70%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which rookie was the biggest steal at where he was selected in the Draft?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

T-1. Bub Carrington (14), Washington \u2013 10%<\/strong>
T-1. Devin Carter (13), Sacramento \u2013 10%<\/strong>
T-1. Johnny Furphy (35), Indiana \u2013 10%<\/strong>
T-1. Dalton Knecht (17), L.A. Lakers \u2013 10%<\/strong>
T-1. Terrence Shannon Jr. (27), Minnesota \u2013 10%<\/strong>
T-1. Nikola Topic (12), Oklahoma City \u2013 10%<\/strong>
T-7. Matas Buzelis (11), Chicago \u2013 7%
T-7. Donovan Clingan (7), Portland \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Cam Christie (46), LA Clippers; Isaiah Collier (29), Utah; Zach Edey (9), Memphis; Kyle Filipowski (32), Utah; Jared McCain (16), Philadelphia; Baylor Scheierman (30), Boston; Reed Sheppard (3), Houston; Cody Williams (10), Utah
\u00bb Last year: Cam Whitmore \u2013 43%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is the best international player in the NBA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Nikola Jokic, Denver \u2013 87%<\/strong>
2. Luka Doncic, Dallas \u2013 10%
3. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio \u2013 3%
\u00bb Last year: Nikola Jokic \u2013 80%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is the best international player NOT in the NBA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Sasha Vezenkov \u2013 30%<\/strong>
2. Nikola Mirotic \u2013 23%
3. Edy Tavares \u2013 17%
4. Nolan Traore \u2013 10%
T-5. Dzanan Musa \u2013 7%
T-5. Cedi Osman \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Boban Marjanovic, Armel Traore
\u00bb Last year: Nikola Mirotic \u2013 37%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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DEFENSE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is the best defensive player in the NBA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio \u2013 40%<\/strong>
T-2. Bam Adebayo, Miami \u2013 10%
T-2. Rudy Gobert, Minnesota \u2013 10%
T-2. Jrue Holiday, Boston \u2013 10%
T-5. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee \u2013 7%
T-5. Anthony Davis, L.A. Lakers \u2013 7%
T-5. Herb Jones, New Orleans \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Alex Caruso, Oklahoma City; Jaden McDaniels, Minnesota; Marcus Smart, Memphis
\u00bb Last year: Giannis Antetokounmpo \u2013 40%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is the best perimeter defender in the NBA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Jrue Holiday, Boston \u2013 43%<\/strong>
2. Alex Caruso, Oklahoma City \u2013 20%
3. Herb Jones, New Orleans \u2013 17%
4. Lu Dort, Oklahoma City \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: OG Anunoby, New York; Jaden McDaniels, Minnesota; Marcus Smart, Memphis; Derrick White, Boston
\u00bb Last year: Jrue Holiday \u2013 50%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is the best interior defender in the NBA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio \u2013 40%<\/strong>
2. Rudy Gobert, Minnesota \u2013 37%
3. Anthony Davis, L.A. Lakers \u2013 10%
4. Bam Adebayo, Miami \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee; Jaren Jackson Jr., Memphis
\u00bb Last year: Jaren Jackson Jr. \u2013 30%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is the most versatile defender in the NBA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee \u2013 17%<\/strong>
T-2. OG Anunoby, New York \u2013 13%
T-2. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio \u2013 13%
4. Bam Adebayo, Miami \u2013 10%
T-5. Jrue Holiday, Boston \u2013 7%
T-5. Jonathan Isaac, Orlando \u2013 7%
T-5. Herb Jones, New Orleans \u2013 7%
T-5. Jaden McDaniels, Minnesota \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Alex Caruso, Oklahoma City; Lu Dort, Oklahoma City; Aaron Gordon, Denver; Evan Mobley, Cleveland; Marcus Smart, Memphis; Jalen Williams, Oklahoma City
\u00bb Last year: Giannis Antetokounmpo \u2013 37%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which is the best defensive team in the NBA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Boston Celtics \u2013 57%<\/strong>
2. Minnesota Timberwolves \u2013 23%
3. Oklahoma City Thunder \u2013 20%
\u00bb Last year: Boston Celtics \u2013 47%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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COACHES<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is the best head coach in the NBA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Erik Spoelstra, Miami \u2013 69%<\/strong>
2. Mark Daigneault, Oklahoma City \u2013 17%
3. Steve Kerr, Golden State \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Mike Budenholzer, Phoenix; Chris Finch, Minnesota
\u00bb Last year: Erik Spoelstra \u2013 73%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which head coach is the best manager\/motivator of people?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Erik Spoelstra, Miami \u2013 37%<\/strong>
2. Steve Kerr, Golden State \u2013 17%
T-3. Joe Mazzulla, Boston \u2013 10%
T-3. Gregg Popovich, San Antonio \u2013 10%
T-3. Doc Rivers, Milwaukee \u2013 10%
6. Jason Kidd, Dallas \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Mark Daigneault, Oklahoma City; Michael Malone, Denver; Tom Thibodeau, New York
\u00bb Last year: Erik Spoelstra \u2013 37%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which head coach makes the best in-game adjustments?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Tyronn Lue, LA Clippers \u2013 28%<\/strong>
2. Erik Spoelstra, Miami \u2013 24%
3. Mark Daigneault, Oklahoma City \u2013 17%
T-4. Rick Carlisle, Indiana \u2013 7%
T-4. Taylor Jenkins, Memphis \u2013 7%
T-4. Nick Nurse, Philadelphia \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Chris Finch, Minnesota; Will Hardy, Utah; Michael Malone, Denver
\u00bb Last year: Erik Spoelstra \u2013 43%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which head coach runs the best offense?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Rick Carlisle, Indiana \u2013 47%<\/strong>
2. Joe Mazzulla, Boston \u2013 17%
3. Chris Finch, Minnesota \u2013 13%
4. Steve Kerr, Golden State \u2013 10%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Mark Daigneault, Oklahoma City; Michael Malone, Denver; Nick Nurse, Philadelphia; Erik Spoelstra, Miami
\u00bb Last year: Mike Brown \u2013 33%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which head coach has the best defensive schemes?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Erik Spoelstra, Miami \u2013 23%<\/strong>
T-2. Chris Finch, Minnesota \u2013 20%
T-2. Tom Thibodeau, New York \u2013 20%
4. Joe Mazzulla, Boston \u2013 17%
5. Mark Daigneault, Oklahoma City \u2013 10%
6. Jamahl Mosley, Orlando \u2013 7%
7. Ime Udoka, Houston \u2013 3%
\u00bb Last year: Erik Spoelstra \u2013 40%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which new or relocated head coach will make the biggest impact on his new team?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Mike Budenholzer, Phoenix \u2013 40%<\/strong>
T-2. Kenny Atkinson, Cleveland \u2013 20%
T-2. J.B. Bickerstaff, Detroit \u2013 20%
4. Charles Lee, Charlotte \u2013 10%
5. Jordi Fernandez, Brooklyn \u2013 7%
6. JJ Redick, L.A. Lakers \u2013 3%
\u00bb Last year: Ime Udoka \u2013 57%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is the best assistant coach in the NBA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

T-1. Sam Cassell, Boston \u2013 17%<\/strong>
T-1. Micah Nori, Minnesota \u2013 17%<\/strong>
3. Sean Sweeney, Dallas \u2013 10%
T-4. Chris Quinn, Miami \u2013 7%
T-4. Jeff Van Gundy, LA Clippers \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: David Adelman, Denver; Pat Delany, Toronto; Chris DeMarco, Golden State; Lindsey Harding, L.A. Lakers; Trevor Hendry, Cleveland; Juwan Howard, Brooklyn; Royal Ivey, Houston; Jay Larranaga, LA Clippers; Josh Longstaff, Charlotte; Dale Osborne, Orlando; Jordan Ott, Cleveland; Terry Stotts, Golden State; Jay Triano, Sacramento
\u00bb Last year: Jordi Fernandez \u2013 31%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which active player will make the best head coach someday?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Chris Paul, San Antonio \u2013 30%<\/strong>
2. Garrett Temple, Toronto \u2013 20%
3. Mike Conley, Minnesota \u2013 13%
T-4. T.J. McConnell, Indiana \u2013 7%
T-4. Fred VanVleet, Houston \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Harrison Barnes, San Antonio; Bradley Beal, Phoenix; Jalen Brunson, New York; Jrue Holiday, Boston; Al Horford, Boston; Tyus Jones, Phoenix; Kyle Lowry, Philadelphia
\u00bb Last year: Chris Paul \u2013 20%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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MISCELLANEOUS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which team is the most fun to watch?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Indiana Pacers \u2013 37%<\/strong>
2. Oklahoma City Thunder \u2013 27%
T-3. Denver Nuggets \u2013 10%
T-3. Golden State Warriors \u2013 10%
5. Boston Celtics \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Dallas Mavericks, Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns
\u00bb Last year: Denver Nuggets \u2013 30%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which team has the best home-court advantage?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Denver Nuggets \u2013 47%<\/strong>
2. Oklahoma City Thunder \u2013 17%
T-3. Boston Celtics \u2013 13%
T-3. New York Knicks \u2013 13%
5. Utah Jazz \u2013 7%
6. Sacramento Kings \u2013 3%
\u00bb Last year: Denver Nuggets \u2013 37%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which team will have the league\u2019s most efficient offense this season?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Boston Celtics \u2013 53%<\/strong>
2. Indiana Pacers \u2013 20%
3. Oklahoma City Thunder \u2013 13%
4. Dallas Mavericks \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: New York Knicks, Phoenix Suns
\u00bb Last year: Denver Nuggets \u2013 34%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which team\u2019s level of success this season is toughest to predict?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Los Angeles Lakers \u2013 17%<\/strong>
T-2. Houston Rockets \u2013 13%
T-2. New Orleans Pelicans \u2013 13%
4. Phoenix Suns \u2013 10%
T-5. Dallas Mavericks \u2013 7%
T-5. Philadelphia 76ers \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Denver Nuggets, Indiana Pacers, LA Clippers, Memphis Grizzlies, Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, Minnesota Timberwolves, New York Knicks, Orlando Magic, Sacramento Kings
\u00bb Last year: Philadelphia 76ers \u2013 30%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which team has the most promising young core?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Oklahoma City Thunder \u2013 60%<\/strong>
2. Orlando Magic \u2013 20%
3. Houston Rockets \u2013 10%
4. San Antonio Spurs \u2013 7%
5. Detroit Pistons \u2013 3%
\u00bb Last year: Oklahoma City Thunder \u2013 73%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which player is the most athletic?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Anthony Edwards, Minnesota \u2013 45%<\/strong>
2. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee \u2013 17%
3. Amen Thompson, Houston \u2013 10%
T-4. Ja Morant, Memphis \u2013 7%
T-4. Ausar Thompson, Detroit \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Bam Adebayo, Miami; Jalen Green, Houston; Jonathan Kuminga, Golden State; Zion Williamson, New Orleans
\u00bb Last year: Ja Morant \u2013 34%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which player is the best pure shooter?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Stephen Curry, Golden State \u2013 87%<\/strong>
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Kevin Durant, Phoenix; Luke Kennard, Memphis; Trey Murphy III, New Orleans; Klay Thompson, Dallas
\u00bb Last year: Stephen Curry \u2013 90%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which player is the fastest with the ball?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. De\u2019Aaron Fox, Sacramento \u2013 52%<\/strong>
2. Ja Morant, Memphis \u2013 38%
3. Tyrese Maxey, Philadelphia \u2013 7%
4. Kyrie Irving, Dallas \u2013 3%
\u00bb Last year: De\u2019Aaron Fox \u2013 57%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which player is the best at moving without the ball?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Stephen Curry, Golden State \u2013 83%<\/strong>
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Desmond Bane, Memphis; Mikal Bridges, New York; CJ McCollum, New Orleans; Duncan Robinson, Miami; Klay Thompson, Dallas
\u00bb Last year: Stephen Curry \u2013 73%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which player is the best passer?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Nikola Jokic, Denver \u2013 70%<\/strong>
2. Luka Doncic, Dallas \u2013 17%
3. Tyrese Haliburton, Indiana \u2013 10%
4. Josh Giddey, Chicago \u2013 3%
\u00bb Last year: Nikola Jokic \u2013 67%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which player is the best leader?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Stephen Curry, Golden State \u2013 33%<\/strong>
T-2. Jalen Brunson, New York \u2013 23%
T-2. LeBron James, L.A. Lakers \u2013 23%
T-4. Jrue Holiday, Boston \u2013 7%
T-4. Nikola Jokic, Denver \u2013 7%
T-4. Chris Paul, San Antonio \u2013 7%
\u00bb Last year: LeBron James \u2013 27%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is the most versatile player in the NBA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee \u2013 30%<\/strong>
2. LeBron James, L.A. Lakers \u2013 20%
T-3. Kevin Durant, Phoenix \u2013 10%
T-3. Jayson Tatum, Boston \u2013 10%
T-3. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio \u2013 10%
6. Mikal Bridges, New York \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Bam Adebayo, Miami; Jrue Holiday, Boston; Nikola Jokic, Denver; Amen Thompson, Houston
\u00bb Last year: Giannis Antetokounmpo \u2013 45%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which player has the best basketball IQ?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Nikola Jokic, Denver \u2013 53%<\/strong>
2. LeBron James, L.A. Lakers \u2013 30%
T-3. Luka Doncic, Dallas \u2013 7%
T-3. Chris Paul, San Antonio \u2013 7%
5. Tyrese Haliburton, Indiana \u2013 3%
\u00bb Last year: Nikola Jokic \u2013 50%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which player would you want taking a shot with the game on the line?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Stephen Curry, Golden State \u2013 40%<\/strong>
2. Kevin Durant, Phoenix \u2013 23%
3. Luka Doncic, Dallas \u2013 10%
T-4. Nikola Jokic, Denver \u2013 7%
T-4. Damian Lillard, Milwaukee \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: DeMar DeRozan, Sacramento; Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City; Kyrie Irving, Dallas; Jamal Murray, Denver
\u00bb Last year: Stephen Curry \u2013 37%<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What rule (regarding play, schedule, Draft\/Lottery, playoff format, roster construction, etc.) most needs to change?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Roster construction \u2013 Apron rules\/trade math too restrictive or should be indexed to team\u2019s market \u2013 20%<\/strong>
2. Schedule \u2013 fewer games and\/or back-to-backs \u2013 17%
T-3. Game flow \u2013 Reduce stoppages and replay reviews, or change to G-League, 1-free-throw rule \u2013 13%
T-3. Playoff format \u2013 Seed 1-16 or let top seeds choose opponents \u2013 13%
T-5. Free agency before the Draft \u2013 7%
T-5. Return to a one-day Draft \u2013 7%
\u00bb Also receiving votes: Add third round to the Draft, Draft Lottery format, Expand All-Star rosters to 15 players, Elam ending, Fouls on lobs should be shooting fouls, Playoff eligibility for two-way players, Remove divisions
\u00bb Last year: N\/A<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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