As the 2020s NBA season progresses, predictions for the next five years have emerged, highlighting potential champions, MVPs, and breakout stars. The Cleveland Cavaliers are favored to win the 2025 title, with the Oklahoma City Thunder poised for success in 2026 and 2027. The Orlando Magic are expected to rise in 2028, and the San Antonio Spurs, led by Victor Wembanyama, are projected to take the crown in 2029.
In the MVP race, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is predicted to claim the award in 2025, followed by Luka Doncic in 2026 and Wembanyama winning back-to-back honors in 2027 and 2028. Anthony Edwards is anticipated to win the MVP in 2029.
Breakout stars include Cade Cunningham, Paolo Banchero, and Franz Wagner, among others, while the Atlanta Hawks and Utah Jazz are set to surprise as contenders. Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns and Minnesota Timberwolves are predicted to face disappointments, with significant trades anticipated in the coming years.
