These are the bold predictions of the ESPN experts about the NBA in 2025

If something characterizes the NBA, it's the recurrence of surprises and how complicated it is to make predictions about the competition. Nonetheless, a group of ESPN experts have conducted an exhaustive breakdown of everything that could happen in the upcoming season, both in terms of collective and individual awards.

The presumed favoritism that will accompany the Boston Celtics right from the start of the season is reinforced by the opinion of this study, which gives the team from Massachusetts a clear dominance over their rivals for the championship. While acknowledging that Oklahoma City Thunder is a strong favorite in the West, ahead of the Timberwolves and the Mavericks, they do not see the Knicks and the Sixers as real contenders to challenge the Celtics' dominance in the East.

As for what will happen with the individual awards, it is notable that Luka Doncic is the top favorite to win the MVP, ahead of Jokic and Gilgeous-Alexandre. There is also great consensus in awarding the ROY to Reed Sheppard, while the DPOY would go to Victor Wembanyama. The categories for MIP seem more open, with Wemby and Jalen Williams as top contenders, and the Best Sixth Man award includes Monk and Caruso among the favorites. Regarding Coach of the Year, the debate revolves around Thibodeau, Daigneault, and Mazzulla.

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