The 2025-26 NBA season features historic trades, key retirements, rule changes, and team shifts impacting league dynamics and star players' futures.
1
Danilo Gallinari Announces Retirement
Veteran player Danilo Gallinari retired on December 2, 2025, concluding a 16-year career spanning eight NBA teams, marking the end of an era for the forward.
2
Largest NBA Trade in History Completed
On July 6, 2025, a seven-team, 13-player trade took place involving Kevin Durant moving to Houston Rockets from Phoenix Suns, reshaping league rosters significantly.
3
NBA Rule Change Approved for Last Three Seconds Shots
The NBA introduced a rule that shots taken from at least 36 feet in the last three seconds of the first three quarters on backcourt-initiated plays count as team attempts, not individual.
4
Milwaukee Bucks Sign Alex Antetokounmpo Making History
With Alex Antetokounmpo's signing on October 13, 2025, Milwaukee Bucks became first NBA team to roster three brothers—Alex, Giannis, and Thanasis—simultaneously.
5
Cleveland Cavaliers Set Consecutive Three-Point Record
The Cavaliers established a new record with 98 consecutive regular-season games hitting at least ten three-pointers, surpassing the previous Rockets' streak (2018-2020).
6
Dallas Mavericks Fire General Manager Nico Harrison
Nine months post-Luka Dončić trade, Dallas Mavericks dismissed GM Nico Harrison on November 11, 2025, signaling organizational changes.
7
Chris Paul Waived by Los Angeles Clippers, Trade Imminent
The Clippers waived Chris Paul ahead of December 15 trade eligibility. Discussions suggest Paul could join teams like the Lakers or Rockets in his final playing season.
8
Jaylen Brown Shines as Boston Celtics Face Crossroads
With Jayson Tatum sidelined, Jaylen Brown elevated his play, averaging 28.8 points and nearly 50% shooting, highlighting his leadership in Boston's evolving season.
9
Uncertainty Surrounds Futures of All-Star Guards Ball, Morant, Young
Trade rumors swirl around LaMelo Ball, Ja Morant, and Trae Young. NBA teams weigh prospects amid salary cap space and playoff ambitions leading up to the trade deadline.
10
NBA Season's Biggest Surprises Include Miami Heat and Detroit Pistons
Early 2025-26 season surprises include strong performances from Miami Heat, Toronto Raptors, and Detroit Pistons, gaining attention for unexpected competitiveness.