2027 NBA Season Preview: Southwest Division

Robert Flom evaluated the Southwest Division for the 2027 NBA season, focusing on the outlooks for the San Antonio Spurs and Houston Rockets. The Spurs secured Victor Wembanyama with a five-year max extension and signed Tobias Harris alongside draft picks Jayden Quaintance and Tarris Reed. Flom projected the Spurs to finish 63-19 and viewed them as Western Conference title favorites, contingent on managing health and depth around Wembanyama, Stephon Castle, and Dylan Harper.

For the Houston Rockets, Flom predicted a 51-31 record, classifying them as a solid playoff contender. The Rockets added Marcus Smart and Bogdan Bogdanovic while signing extensions with Amen Thompson and Tari Eason. Houston's performance is expected to rely heavily on defense, rebounding, and the return of guard Fred VanVleet from injury.