"Given the roster reshuffle in the wake of Jayson Tatum's torn right Achilles, a run to the 2-seed was difficult to fathom. But behind a Coach of the Year caliber job by Joe Mazzulla and a career-redefining season from Jaylen Brown, the 2024 NBA champs are right back in the mix."
"The belief leaguewide was that the 2025-26 season would provide valuable experience for the team's young talent as the franchise prepared to add another high lottery pick in a loaded 2026 draft class. Instead, Charlotte went 18-9 after the All-Star break to roll into the play-in tournament."
"Going from 14 wins in 2023-24 to 44 wins last season was a remarkable feat. Going to this season's staggering 60 victories, something that's only happened twice in the franchise's history, showcases the competitive nature of the league."
The 2025-26 NBA season was marked by significant performances, trades, and surprises across the league. Regular season grades were assigned to all 30 teams based on their ability to meet, exceed, or fall short of preseason expectations. Notable achievements included the Boston Celtics overcoming roster changes to secure a 2-seed and the Charlotte Hornets exceeding expectations by making a play-in tournament appearance. The season showcased remarkable improvements, such as a franchise achieving 60 victories, highlighting the competitive nature of the league.
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