• 11 Oct, 2023
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Takeaways from 2023-24 NBA GM Survey : NBA title watch: Nuggets and Celtics, Nikola Jokić top MVP candidate

The events leading up to the 2023–24 NBA season are sure to have fans on the edge of their seats. Since the end of the 2022–2023 season, the league has witnessed a significant amount of movement from high-profile players, and other unexpected occurrences could be on the horizon. On Monday, the findings of the annual general manager survey were released, and there is a great deal that can be learned from the responses that the top brass of each of the 30 teams provided. There were a lot of things that were anticipated, but some of the outcomes were completely unexpected. Let’s go into the important points that deserve our attention.

Favored to win title

• Denver Nuggets: 33 percent
• Boston Celtics: 33 percent
• Milwaukee Bucks: 23 percent
• Phoenix Suns: 7 percent
• Los Angeles Clippers 3 percent

Despite the fact that the Milwaukee Bucks have become the odds-on favorites (+375) to win the NBA championship after trading for Damian Lillard, general managers do not feel that the Eastern Conference juggernaut will win its second NBA championship in four years. They gave the Bucks 43 percent of the votes because, prior to the 2022-2023 season, they believed that the Bucks had the best chance of winning the championship by a wide margin. However, the younger generation believes that the Boston Celtics and the Denver Nuggets have the best opportunity to bring the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy back to their respective cities. Although Milwaukee has some star power, it seems like Denver’s solid core, focused around Nikola Joki, and Boston’s active summer moves are more persuasive than Milwaukee’s star power.

MVP

• Nikola Jokić: 43 percent
• Giannis Antetokounmpo: 20 percent
• Jayson Tatum: 13 percent
• Luka Dončić: 10 percent

This year’s poll is full of praise for Denver’s two-time MVP and the MVP of the NBA Finals. Big guy finished second to Joel Embiid last season, but he’s the overwhelming choice among GMs for 2023-24 despite receiving zero votes in last year’s poll. Many individuals have changed their minds after seeing the Warriors win an NBA title and demonstrate consistent dominance on the road to the finals. Being an outsider in the MVP race for the third year in a row also works in his favor. Doni’s support has plummeted after he received 48% of the vote in 2017. After failing to make the postseason with the Dallas Mavericks last season, the team’s star player will have to prove himself again with Kyrie Irving.

Best offseasons

• Milwaukee Bucks: 23 percent
• Boston Celtics: 23 percent
• Portland Trail Blazers: 17 percent
• Los Angeles Lakers: 13 percent
• Dallas Mavericks: 7 percent
• Houston Rockets: 7 percent

The Celtics countered the Bucks’ signing of the market’s top free agent by trading for Kristpaps Porzingis, a towering sharpshooter, and by trading for Jrue Holiday, a member of last year’s All-Defensive Team. The Blazers got a lot of talent, including Deandre Ayton, Robert Williams, and Malcolm Brogdon, in exchange for their superstar. Houston is the only other team on list that is not anticipated to make a postseason run. Key veterans Fred VanVLeet and Dillon Brooks, who both know how to defend and win, were added to the Rockets’ roster.

Best defenders

• Giannis Antetokounmpo: 40 percent
• Jrue Holiday: 13 percent
• Draymond Green: 10 percent
• Marcus Smart: 10 percent
• Jaren Jackson: 10 percent
• Kawhi Leonard: 7 percent

Last year, Antetokounmpo received nearly half (48%) of the voting for NBA’s greatest defender. Over four other former DPOY winners, he was once again the frontrunner heading into the 2023–24 season. However, Bam Adebayo of the Miami Heat is noticeably absent. The 26-year-old center, who has been the defensive backbone of his team for the past five years, failed to garner a single vote in this year’s DPOY poll. Even though he didn’t make any All-Defensive teams last year, that’s still unexpected.

Voted most likely to win Rookie of the Year

• Victor Wenbanyama: 50 percent
• Scoot Henderson: 27 percent
• Chet Holmgren: 20 percent
• Sasha Vezenkov: 3 percent

It’s not shocking that the 2023 NBA Draft class’s consensus generational talent blew the competition out of the water. The San Antonio Spurs center is widely considered to be the team’s first offensive option and a future dominant force on both ends of the floor. Both Henderson and Holmgren’s teams have a slew of young, promising guards, but Henderson’s team has an All-NBA point guard at the helm. Although Vezenkov, 28, is an underdog, he just won the EuroLeague Most Valuable Player award.

Voted biggest steal on 2023 NBA Draft

• Cam Whitmore (20), Houston Rockets: 43 percent
• Keyonte George (16), Utah Jazz: 10 percent
• Scoot Henderson (3), Portland Trail Blazers: 10 percent
• Jaime Jaquez Jr. (18), Mimai Heat: 10 percent
• Brandon Podziemski (19), Golden State Warriors: 7 percent

Whitmore was projected to go in the top five of the draft but fell to the 20th pick instead. The Villanova product may have some competition for MVP honors from his team’s wing players, despite averaging 20.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 3.0 steals per game in his inaugural NBA Summer League. Many believe that the Charlotte Hornets should have selected Henderson over Brandon Miller with their third overall pick, despite the fact that Henderson may not have technically qualified as a steal. Only time will tell if either of these freshmen can live up to the tremendous standards set for them.

2023-24 NBA GM Survey: 50 questions ahead of new season

PLAYERS

Who will win the 2023-24 Kia MVP?

1. Nikola Jokic, Denver – 43%
2. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 20%
3. Jayson Tatum, Boston – 13%
4. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 10%
» Also receiving votes: Anthony Davis, L.A. Lakers; Kevin Durant, Phoenix; Joel Embiid, Philadelphia; Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City
» Last year: Luka Doncic – 48%

If you were starting a franchise today and could sign any player in the NBA, who would it be?

1. Nikola Jokic, Denver – 33%
2. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio – 23%
3. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 13%
4. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 10%
5. Anthony Edwards, Minnesota – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Stephen Curry, Golden State; Joel Embiid, Philadelphia; Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City; Jayson Tatum, Boston
» Last year: Giannis Antetokounmpo – 55%

Which player forces opposing coaches to make the most adjustments?

1. Stephen Curry, Golden State – 40%
2. Nikola Jokic, Denver – 33%
3. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 13%
4. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 10%
5. Joel Embiid, Philadelphia – 3%
» Last year: Stephen Curry – 52%

Which player is most likely to have a breakout season in 2023-24?

1. Anthony Edwards, Minnesota – 23%
2. Cade Cunningham, Detroit – 20%
3. Franz Wagner, Orlando – 13%
T-4. Paolo Banchero, Orlando – 7%
T-4. Tyrese Maxey, Philadelphia – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Desmond Bane, Memphis; Mikal Bridges, Brooklyn; Tyrese Haliburton, Indiana; Chet Holmgren, Oklahoma City; Kyrie Irving, Dallas; Jaden McDaniels, Minnesota; Evan Mobley, Cleveland; Alperen Sengun, Houston; Zion Williamson, New Orleans
» Last year: Evan Mobley – 21%

Who is the best point guard in the NBA?

1. Stephen Curry, Golden State – 63%
2. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 27%
3. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City – 7%
4. Damian Lillard, Milwaukee – 3%
» Last year: Stephen Curry – 72%

Who is the best shooting guard in the NBA?

1. Devin Booker, Phoenix – 63%
2. Stephen Curry, Golden State – 10%
T-3. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 7%
T-3. Anthony Edwards, Minnesota – 7%
T-3. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Jimmy Butler, Miami; Jayson Tatum, Boston
» Last year: Devin Booker – 45%

Who is the best small forward in the NBA?

1. Jayson Tatum, Boston – 47%
2. Kevin Durant, Phoenix – 20%
3. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 17%
4. LeBron James, L.A. Lakers – 13%
5. Kawhi Leonard, LA Clippers – 3%
» Last year: Kevin Durant – 45%

Who is the best power forward in the NBA?

1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 97%
2. Kevin Durant, Phoenix – 3%
» Last year: Giannis Antetokounmpo – 86%

Who is the best center in the NBA?

1. Nikola Jokic, Denver – 93%
» Also receiving votes: Anthony Davis, L.A. Lakers; Joel Embiid, Philadelphia
» Last year: Nikola Jokic – 79%

Highest percentage of total votes on position questions

1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 19.3%
2. Nikola Jokic, Denver – 18.7%
3. Stephen Curry, Golden State – 14.7%
4. Devin Booker, Phoenix – 12.7%
T-5. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 10.0%
T-5. Jayson Tatum, Boston – 10.0%

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OFFSEASON MOVES

Which team made the best overall moves this offseason?

T-1. Boston Celtics – 23%
T-1. Milwaukee Bucks – 23%
3. Portland Trail Blazers – 17%
4. Los Angeles Lakers – 13%
T-5. Dallas Mavericks – 7%
T-5. Houston Rockets – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Indiana Pacers, Oklahoma City Thunder, Phoenix Suns
» Last year: Cleveland Cavaliers – 41%

Which one player acquisition will make the biggest impact?

1. Damian Lillard, Milwaukee – 47%
2. Jrue Holiday, Boston – 13%
3. Bradley Beal, Phoenix – 10%
T-4. Kristaps Porzingis, Boston – 7%
T-4. Fred VanVleet, Houston – 7%
T-4. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Dillon Brooks, Houston; Jusuf Nurkic, Phoenix; Marcus Smart, Memphis
» Last year: Donovan Mitchell – 59%

What was the most underrated player acquisition?

1. Marcus Smart, Memphis – 17%
2. Grant Williams, Dallas – 14%
T-3. Dillon Brooks, Houston – 7%
T-3. Bruce Brown, Indiana – 7%
T-3. Jusuf Nurkic, Phoenix – 7%
T-3. Max Strus, Cleveland – 7%
T-3. Fred VanVleet, Houston – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Deandre Ayton, Portland; Miles Bridges, Charlotte; Jrue Holiday, Boston; Tyus Jones, Washington; Jordan Poole, Washington; Kristaps Porzingis, Boston; Dennis Schroder, Toronto; Obi Toppin, Indiana; Sasha Vezenkov, Sacramento; Gabe Vincent, L.A. Lakers
» Last year: Malcolm Brogdon – 28%

Which team will be most improved in 2023-24?

1. Oklahoma City Thunder – 30%
2. Houston Rockets – 23%
T-3. Dallas Mavericks – 10%
T-3. Detroit Pistons – 10%
T-3. Orlando Magic – 10%
» Also receiving votes: Golden State Warriors, Indiana Pacers, Los Angeles Lakers, New Orleans Pelicans, Utah Jazz
» Last year: LA Clippers – 41%

What was the most surprising move of the offseason?

1. Holiday/Lillard trade – 43%
2. Smart/Porzingis trade – 20%
3. Chris Paul to Golden State – 17%
T-4. Bradley Beal to Phoenix – 7%
T-4. Bruce Brown to Indiana – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Fred VanVleet to Houston, Grant Williams to Dallas
» Last year: Rudy Gobert to Minnesota – 47%

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ROOKIES & INTERNATIONAL

Who will win the 2023-24 Rookie of the Year?

1. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio – 50%
2. Scoot Henderson, Portland – 27%
3. Chet Holmgren, Oklahoma City – 20%
4. Sasha Vezenkov, Sacramento – 3%
» Last year: Paolo Banchero – 79%

Which rookie will be the best player in five years?

1. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio – 90%
» Also receiving votes: Scoot Henderson, Portland; Chet Holmgren, Oklahoma City; Amen Thompson, Houston
» Last year: Paolo Banchero – 31%
» Five years ago: Deandre Ayton and Jaren Jackson Jr. – 27%

Which rookie was the biggest steal at where he was selected in the Draft?

1. Cam Whitmore (20), Houston – 43%
T-2. Keyonte George (16), Utah – 10%
T-2. Scoot Henderson (3), Portland – 10%
T-2. Jaime Jaquez Jr. (18), Miami – 10%
5. Brandin Podziemski (19), Golden State – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Emoni Bates (49), Cleveland; Leonard Miller (33), Minnesota; Marcus Sasser (25), Detroit; Brice Sensabaugh (28), Utah; Ausar Thompson (5), Detroit; Jordan Walsh (38), Boston
» Last year: Jalen Duren and Tari Eason – 14%

Who is the best international player in the NBA?

1. Nikola Jokic, Denver – 80%
2. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 10%
3. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 7%
4. Joel Embiid, Philadelphia – 3%
» Last year: Giannis Antetokounmpo – 57%

Who is the best international player NOT in the NBA?

1. Nikola Mirotic – 37%
2. Edy Tavares – 27%
3. Alex Sarr – 13%
4. Dzanan Musa – 10%
5. Willy Hernangomez – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Juancho Hernangomez, Rokas Jokubaitis
» Last year: Victor Wembanyama – 45%

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DEFENSE

Who is the best defensive player in the NBA?

1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 40%
2. Jrue Holiday, Boston – 13%
T-3. Draymond Green, Golden State – 10%
T-3. Marcus Smart, Memphis – 10%
T-4. Jaren Jackson Jr., Memphis – 7%
T-4. Kawhi Leonard, LA Clippers – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Alex Caruso, Chicago; Anthony Davis, L.A. Lakers; Luguentz Dort, Oklahoma City; Rudy Gobert, Minnesota
» Last year: Giannis Antetokounmpo – 48%

Who is the best perimeter defender in the NBA?

1. Jrue Holiday, Boston – 50%
2. Mikal Bridges, Brooklyn – 13%
T-3. Alex Caruso, Chicago – 10%
T-3. Marcus Smart, Memphis – 10%
5. Kawhi Leonard, LA Clippers – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Jimmy Butler, Miami; Luguentz Dort, Oklahoma City; Jayson Tatum, Boston
» Last year: Marcus Smart – 41%

Who is the best interior defender in the NBA?

1. Jaren Jackson Jr., Memphis – 30%
T-2. Rudy Gobert, Minnesota – 17%
T-2. Brook Lopez, Milwaukee – 17%
T-4. Anthony Davis, L.A. Lakers – 13%
T-4. Draymond Green, Golden State – 13%
6. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 7%
7. Evan Mobley, Cleveland – 3%
» Last year: Rudy Gobert – 83%

Who is the most versatile defender in the NBA?

1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 37%
2. Draymond Green, Golden State – 23%
3. Bam Adebayo, Miami – 13%
T-4. Mikal Bridges, Brooklyn – 7%
T-4. Jaren Jackson Jr., Memphis – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Dillon Brooks, Houston; Paul George, LA Clippers; Aaron Gordon, Denver; Marcus Smart, Memphis
» Last year: Giannis Antetokounmpo – 41%

Which is the best defensive team in the NBA?

1. Boston Celtics – 47%
2. Memphis Grizzlies – 17%
3. Milwaukee Bucks – 13%
4. Miami Heat – 10%
5. Cleveland Cavaliers – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Brooklyn Nets, Los Angeles Lakers
» Last year: Boston Celtics – 69%

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COACHES

Who is the best head coach in the NBA?

1. Erik Spoelstra, Miami – 73%
2. Tyronn Lue, LA Clippers – 10%
T-3. Steve Kerr, Golden State – 7%
T-3. Gregg Popovich, San Antonio – 7%
5. Michael Malone, Denver – 3%
» Last year: Erik Spoelstra – 52%

Which head coach is the best manager/motivator of people?

1. Erik Spoelstra, Miami – 37%
2. Steve Kerr, Golden State – 23%
3. Tyronn Lue, LA Clippers – 17%
4. Gregg Popovich, San Antonio – 13%
» Also receiving votes: Mark Daigneault, Oklahoma City; Jamahl Mosley, Orlando; Monty Williams, Detroit
» Last year: Steve Kerr – 38%

Which head coach makes the best in-game adjustments?

1. Erik Spoelstra, Miami – 43%
2. Tyronn Lue, LA Clippers – 30%
T-3. Rick Carlisle, Indiana – 7%
T-3. Nick Nurse, Philadelphia – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Mark Daigneault, Oklahoma City; Steve Kerr, Golden State; Gregg Popovich, San Antonio; Quin Snyder, Atlanta
» Last year: Tyronn Lue – 55%

Which head coach runs the best offense?

1. Mike Brown, Sacramento – 33%
2. Steve Kerr, Golden State – 23%
3. Michael Malone, Denver – 17%
4. Chris Finch, Minnesota – 13%
5. Rick Carlisle, Indiana – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Nick Nurse, Philadelphia; Quin Snyder, Atlanta
» Last year: Steve Kerr – 62%

Which head coach has the best defensive schemes?

1. Erik Spoelstra, Miami – 40%
T-2. Taylor Jenkins, Memphis – 13%
T-2. Tom Thibodeau, New York – 13%
T-4. J.B. Bickerstaff, Cleveland – 7%
T-4. Tyronn Lue, LA Clippers – 7%
T-4. Frank Vogel, Phoenix – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Mike Brown, Sacramento; Mark Daigneault, Oklahoma City; Joe Mazzulla, Boston; Nick Nurse, Philadelphia
» Last year: Erik Spoelstra – 34%

Which new or relocated head coach will make the biggest impact on his new team?

1. Ime Udoka, Houston – 57%
2. Monty Williams, Detroit – 17%
3. Frank Vogel, Phoenix – 13%
T-4. Adrian Griffin, Milwaukee – 7%
T-4. Darko Rajakovic, Toronto – 7%
» Last year: Darvin Ham – 48%

Who is the best assistant coach in the NBA?

1. Jordi Fernandez, Sacramento – 31%
T-2. Terry Stotts, Milwaukee – 10%
T-2. Kevin Young, Phoenix – 10%
T-4. Sam Cassell, Boston – 7%
T-4. Charles Lee, Boston – 7%
» Also receiving votes: David Adelman, Denver; Kenny Atkinson, Golden State; Chris DeMarco, Golden State; Darren Erman, New York; David Fizdale, Phoenix; Royal Ivey, Houston; Alex Jensen, Dallas; Chris Quinn, Miami; Jay Triano, Sacramento; Will Weaver, Brooklyn
» Last year: Kenny Atkinson / Charles Lee – 34%

Which active player will make the best head coach someday?

1. Chris Paul, Golden State – 20%
T-2. Mike Conley, Minnesota – 13%
T-2. Garrett Temple, Toronto – 13%
4. T.J. McConnell, Indiana – 10%
T-5. Jrue Holiday, Boston – 7%
T-5. Fred VanVleet, Houston – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Jose Alvarado, New Orleans; Desmond Bane, Memphis; Jalen Brunson, New York; Tyrese Haliburton, Indiana; Nikola Jokic, Denver; Tyus Jones, Washington; Patty Mills, Atlanta; Monte Morris, Detroit; Grant Williams, Dallas
» Last year: Chris Paul – 32%

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MISCELLANEOUS

Which team is the most fun to watch?

1. Denver Nuggets – 30%
2. Golden State Warriors – 23%
3. Sacramento Kings – 20%
4. Phoenix Suns – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Boston Celtics, Indiana Pacers, Los Angeles Lakers, Milwaukee Bucks, New Orleans Pelicans, Oklahoma City Thunder
» Last year: Golden State Warriors – 52%

Which team has the best home-court advantage?

1. Denver Nuggets – 37%
2. Golden State Warriors – 17%
3. Sacramento Kings – 13%
4. Utah Jazz – 10%
T-5. Boston Celtics – 7%
T-5. New York Knicks – 7%
T-5. Toronto Raptors – 7%
8. Philadelphia 76ers – 3%
» Last year: Toronto Raptors – 21%

Which team will have the league’s most efficient offense this season?

1. Denver Nuggets – 34%
2. Sacramento Kings – 21%
3. Golden State Warriors – 14%
4. Boston Celtics – 10%
T-5. Milwaukee Bucks – 7%
T-5. Phoenix Suns – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Dallas Mavericks, Miami Heat
» Last year: Golden State Warriors – 38%

Which team’s level of success this season is toughest to predict?

1. Philadelphia 76ers – 30%
T-2. Dallas Mavericks – 13%
T-2. Oklahoma City Thunder – 13%
T-4. New Orleans – 10%
T-4. Phoenix Suns – 10%
T-4. LA Clippers – 10%
» Also receiving votes: Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Toronto Raptors
» Last year: Brooklyn Nets – 32%

Which team has the most promising young core?

1. Oklahoma City Thunder – 73%
2. Cleveland Cavaliers – 10%
3. Orlando Magic – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Detroit Pistons, Houston Rockets, Indiana Pacers
» Last year: Cleveland Cavaliers – 41%

Which player is the most athletic?

1. Ja Morant, Memphis – 34%
2. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 28%
3. Anthony Edwards, Minnesota – 24%
4. Zion Williamson, New Orleans – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Jalen Green, Houston; Shaedon Sharpe, Portland
» Last year: Ja Morant – 38%

Which player is the best pure shooter?

1. Stephen Curry, Golden State – 90%
» Also receiving votes: Kevin Durant, Phoenix; Luke Kennard, Memphis; Damian Lillard, Milwaukee
» Last year: Stephen Curry – 91%

Which player is the fastest with the ball?

1. De’Aaron Fox, Sacramento – 57%
2. Ja Morant, Memphis – 37%
» Also receiving votes: Kyrie Irving, Dallas; Jaden Ivey, Detroit
» Last year: Ja Morant – 62%

Which player is the best at moving without the ball?

1. Stephen Curry, Golden State – 73%
2. Mikal Bridges, Brooklyn – 13%
3. Klay Thompson, Golden State – 10%
4. Khris Middleton, Milwaukee – 3%
» Last year: Stephen Curry – 81%

Which player is the best passer?

1. Nikola Jokic, Denver – 67%
2. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 17%
3. LeBron James, L.A. Lakers – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Tyrese Haliburton, Indiana; James Harden, Philadelphia; Chris Paul, Golden State
» Last year: Nikola Jokic – 72%

Which player is the best leader?

1. LeBron James, L.A. Lakers – 27%
2. Stephen Curry, Golden State – 23%
3. Nikola Jokic, Denver – 17%
T-4. Jimmy Butler, Miami – 7%
T-4. Damian Lillard, Milwaukee – 7%
T-4. Chris Paul, Golden State – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee; Jalen Brunson, New York; Draymond Green, Golden State; Jrue Holiday, Boston
» Last year: Chris Paul – 34%

Who is the most versatile player in the NBA?

1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 45%
2. LeBron James, L.A. Lakers – 28%
3. Kevin Durant, Phoenix – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Mikal Bridges, Brooklyn; Luka Doncic, Dallas; Paul George, LA Clippers; Draymond Green, Golden State; Nikola Jokic, Denver; Jayson Tatum, Boston
» Last year: Giannis Antetokounmpo – 59%

Which player has the best basketball IQ?

1. Nikola Jokic, Denver – 50%
2. LeBron James, L.A. Lakers – 33%
3. Chris Paul, Golden State – 10%
» Also receiving votes: Stephen Curry, Golden State; Luka Doncic, Dallas
» Last year: LeBron James – 45%

Which player would you want taking a shot with the game on the line?

1. Stephen Curry, Golden State – 37%
2. Kevin Durant, Phoenix – 27%
3. Damian Lillard, Milwaukee – 17%
T-4. Jimmy Butler, Miami – 7%
T-4. Nikola Jokic, Denver – 7%
» Also receiving votes: Luka Doncic, Dallas; Kyrie Irving, Dallas
» Last year: Stephen Curry – 55%

Which change (In-Season Tournament, rest rules, something from the new CBA, etc.) will require the biggest adjustment?

1. Player participation policy – 37%
2. Tax apron restrictions – 33%
3. In-Season Tournament – 13%
T-4. 65-game award rule – 7%
T-4. Flopping techs – 7%
6. Extra coach’s challenge – 3%
» Last year: N/A

Predictions

Which team will win the 2024 NBA Finals?

T-1. Boston Celtics – 33%
T-1. Denver Nuggets – 33%
3. Milwaukee Bucks – 23%
4. Phoenix Suns – 7%
5. LA Clippers – 3%
» Last year: Milwaukee Bucks – 43%