Former NBA veteran guard Evan Turner takes a massive, personal shot at Los Angeles Lakers star guard Austin Reaves.

That might be where rookie forward Brooks Barnhizer comes into the mix. The No. 44 pick of the 2025 NBA Draft hasn't wasted any time making himself known through three preseason games. He has been productive on both sides of the ball, and it could result in the Thunder giving him opportunities in the regular season.

Trade season lasts most of the calendar year in the NBA, but there are certainly times when activity is more common than it is in others.

The reigning champs include two budding stars that are just 23 and 24 years old, as well as another starter who turns 22 in November. Unsurprisingly, the Oklahoma City Thunder, led by the 27-year-old reigning Kia MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, are the overwhelming favorite in the 24th annual NBA GM Survey to win another title in 2026.

He's gotten taller, stronger, has a new mentality — and he was already averaging 24 and 11 and led the league in blocks.

Victor Wembanyama is entering his third season with the Spurs, after being the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. So far, in his short career, the 7-foot-3 budding superstar has been named Rookie of the Year, an All-Star, a first-team All-Defensive selection and has led the NBA in blocks in both of his professional seasons.

NBA legends Tracy McGrady and Carmelo Anthony discuss which Cleveland Cavaliers player could be an MVP candidate this season.