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5 NBA young cores that might steal 2026-27 season

Young NBA teams are ready to make noise in 2026-27. From Utah to Oklahoma City, these five teams have reasons to believe

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Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 12:39 PM

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The Big Lead ranks five promising young NBA cores that could influence the 2026-27 season.
The San Antonio Spurs top the list behind Victor Wembanyama following a 62-win season and Finals appearance.
Oklahoma City ranks second after a 64-18 campaign led by two-time MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

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The Big Lead identifies five young NBA cores poised to impact the upcoming 2026-27 season, ranking the San Antonio Spurs at the top behind Victor Wembanyama following their run to the NBA Finals. The Oklahoma City Thunder rank second after a 64-win season led by two-time MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, followed by the Dallas Mavericks featuring reigning Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg.

The rankings also highlight the Washington Wizards, who selected AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 overall pick to play alongside several veteran additions, and the Utah Jazz at fifth after drafting combo guard Darryn Peterson second overall.

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