NBA GM Survey 2024: Biggest questions answered before the start of 2024-25 NBA season

The NBA GM survey results for the 2024-25 season have been released, upholding a valuable tradition that offers insight into the views of the league’s leading decision-makers.

This year’s survey features 50 questions covering a variety of topics, providing essential insights and revealing some surprising perspectives from the GMs.

Below are some key questions from the NBA GM survey 2024-25 along with their corresponding results:

Which team will win the 2025 NBA Finals?
The overwhelming favorite among GMs is none other than the reigning champs looking to defend their crown.

1. Boston Celtics – 83%
2. Oklahoma City Thunder – 13%
3. Dallas Mavericks – 3%

Who will win the 2024-25 Kia MVP?
GMs are placing their bets on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to snag his first MVP award next season.

1. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City – 40%
2. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 30%
   T-3. Joel Embiid, Philadelphia – 7%
   T-3. Nikola Jokic, Denver – 7%
   T-3. Jayson Tatum, Boston – 7%

If you were starting a franchise today and could sign any player in the NBA, who would it be?
In a landslide victory, GMs see Victor Wembanyama as the ideal cornerstone for any new franchise.

1. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio – 77%
   T-2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City – 10%
   T-2. Nikola Jokic, Denver – 10%
2. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 3%

Which player forces opposing coaches to make the most adjustments?
When it comes to creating headaches for coaches, Luka Doncic reigns supreme.

1. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 33%
2. Stephen Curry, Golden State – 30%
3. Nikola Jokic, Denver – 23%
   T-4. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 7%
   T-4. Joel Embiid, Philadelphia – 7%

Which player is most likely to have a breakout season in 2024-25?
The buzz around Jalen Williams signals a breakout season on the horizon according to the GMs.

1. Jalen Williams, Oklahoma City – 13%
   T-2. Evan Mobley, Cleveland – 10%
   T-2. Ja Morant, Memphis – 10%
   T-2. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio – 10%
   T-5. Paolo Banchero, Orlando – 7%
   T-5. Cade Cunningham, Detroit – 7%
   T-5. Brandon Miller, Charlotte – 7%

Who is the best point guard in the NBA?
With style and skill, Luka Doncic has established himself as the league’s premier point guard.

1. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 37%
2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City – 30%
3. Stephen Curry, Golden State – 23%
4. Jalen Brunson, New York – 10%

Who is the best shooting guard in the NBA?
Anthony Edwards steps into the spotlight as the top shooting guard, dazzling GMs with his potential.

1. Anthony Edwards, Minnesota – 33%
2. Devin Booker, Phoenix – 23%
3. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City – 20%
4. Stephen Curry, Golden State – 10%
5. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 7%

Who is the best small forward in the NBA?
Jayson Tatum’s exceptional skills earn him the crown as the best small forward in the game.

1. Jayson Tatum, Boston – 47%
   T-2. Luka Doncic, Dallas – 17%
   T-2. Kevin Durant, Phoenix – 17%
   T-2. LeBron James, L.A. Lakers – 17%
2. Jaylen Brown, Boston – 3%

Who is the best power forward in the NBA?
Giannis Antetokounmpo is hailed as the best power forward, dominating the competition in the eyes of GMs.

1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 77%
2. Kevin Durant, Phoenix – 7%

Who is the best center in the NBA?
Nikola Jokic stands tall as the undisputed best center, earning the highest praise from general managers.

1. Nikola Jokic, Denver – 87%
2. Joel Embiid, Philadelphia – 10%
3. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio – 3%

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