The New Orleans Pelicans have made a significant move by signing Jose Alvarado, who has become one of the team's stars. This two-year, $9 million contract is considered one of the season's best deals in the NBA. The extension includes a player option for the 2026-27 season. Alvarado, who entered the league undrafted, has proven to be a key player.

The San Antonio Spurs have shown patience after selecting Victor Wembanyama with the first pick in last year’s draft. Now that the rebuilding phase is over and the Rookie of the Year has been established, the team faces essential questions for the upcoming season.

A few weeks ago, rumors existed about a potential player trade from New York to Minnesota. And those rumors have become a reality—perhaps the most impactful trade of the season.

Derrick Rose, the former NBA Most Valuable Player and Rookie of the Year announced his retirement after 16 seasons in the league this Thursday. Many believe he had the potential to reach superstar status, but injuries significantly limited him, and he gradually lost prominence as his recoveries were prolonged. Additionally, his teams were not strong and often did not advance far, if they even made the playoffs.

The Boston Celtics enter the new season as the reigning NBA champions, and their motivation to succeed has never been higher. After dominating the regular season and crushing their rivals in the 2024 playoffs, Joe Mazzulla's team feels ready to defend their title. During the postseason, they held their opponents under 100 points in 11 19 games, showcasing their formidable defense. This excellent campaign allowed the team to secure their 18th league title, the most in the history of the NBA. This season is expected to be more competitive for the Celtics, as will the betting with the NBA ODDS.