The 5 players who will seek a miraculous resurgence in 2026

Physical problems, lack of discipline, complicated adaptation to their teams, the relentless passage of time, and the exhaustion and ultimate patience of their franchises. All these factors have converged for five NBA star players who seem to be regaining some form in recent weeks and will try to prove in 2026 that they still belong to the elite.

Many have already written off their careers, and the recent performances are seen as sporadic signs of what they once were and will never be again. However, these displays can also be interpreted as a glimmer of hope, a signal that the dark times are almost over, and we may once again rely on them. Joel Embiid is the most paradigmatic case, completely constrained by his physical problems. Only if he regains his health will he prove that his level of play has not diminished.

Slightly more controversial are the cases of Trae Young and Ja Morant, two talented yet unruly point guards whose presence on their teams seems obstructive and who may soon be traded. If that happens, wherever they land, they will be with a thirst for redemption. Zion Williamson is another who is atoning with his body, but when free from issues, he continues to showcase his level, while Kawhi Leonard has accustomed us to his disappearances, but that of 2025 has been more prolonged and alarming. His resurrection, still in its gestation period, could be unforgettable.

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