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24 key storylines before 2023-24 season – NBA.com
Get ready for the 2023-24 season with 1 key storyline each day before Kia NBA Tip-Off 2023 begins Oct. 24.
From NBA.com Staff
NBA basketball returns Oct. 24. We are counting down the days like the seconds on a shot clock. As of Oct. 1, our writers will list 24 storylines heading into the 2023-24 NBA season.
A new storyline will drop each day. Here’s a look at the storylines covered so far.
Bucks’ massive trade for Damian Lillard puts the league on notice.
— Steve Aschburner
Even with Chris Paul, another title will be tough for Warriors.
— Shaun Powell
Will additions of Jrue Holiday & Kristaps Porzingis be enough for Celtics?
— John Schuhmann
Grizzlies face a tough climb while awaiting Ja Morant’s return.
— John Schuhmann
Here’s why the Kia Rookie of the Year chase won’t be a 1-man race.
— Steve Aschburner
The Luka Doncic & Kyrie Irving combo will be better in 2023-24. Here’s why.
— John Schuhmann
Ime Udoka is back on the bench, and Rockets fans should rejoice.
— Michael C. Wright
Even with Paolo Banchero and a solid core, Magic have a ways to go to end playoff drought.
— Michael C. Wright
The Clippers are hoping for a full season out of Kawhi Leonard and Paul George.
— John Schuhmann
New Orleans’ ceiling is primed to rise if Zion Williamson is fully fit this season.
— Michael C. Wright
The Blazers are entering a new era with Scoot Henderson and Deandre Ayton leading the way.
— Shaun Powell
Will the Karl-Anthony Towns and Rudy Gobert pairing work better in Year 2?
— Steve Aschburner
International stars are primed to once again dominate the Kia MVP chase.
— Michael C. Wright
Cavaliers eager to learn from their first-round playoff loss to breakthrough season.
— Steve Aschburner
Why offensive efficiency should continue to rise in 2023-24.
— John Schuhmann
Jimmy Butler remains the NBA star in need of the most help.
— Shaun Powell
Will the Nets or Knicks put the Big Apple on notice in 2023-24?
— Michael C. Wright
Phoenix’s Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal and Devin Booker has put the West on notice.
— John Schuhmann
Which rule change will have the biggest impact on the 2023-24 season.
— Steve Aschburner
Five players seem to be clear favorites in the 2023-24 scoring title chase.
— Shaun Powell
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