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Your Ultimate Guide To The 2024-2025 NBA

In this article, we are going to explain to you everything you need to know about the 2024-2025 NBA. We will take you through all the NBA teams you need to know about, players to look out for, who are the defending champions, when does the 2024-2025 NBA season start, key stats, and more.

Josh Isaacson
Josh Isaacson

Last Updated: 2024-09-17

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5 minutes read

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How Many NBA Teams Are There?

The National Basketball Association, which is the most exciting and competitive Basketball League in the world, is made up of 30 teams. Teams throughout the USA and Canada compete to be crowned NBA champions. 

List of All 30 NBA Teams

Atlanta HawksBoston CelticsGolden State Warriors
Charlotte HornetsBrooklyn Nets LA Clippers
Miami HeatNew York Knicks Los Angeles Lakers
Orlando Magic Philadelphia 76ersPhoenix Suns 
Washington Wizards Toronto Raptors Sacramento Kings 
Denver NuggetsChicago Bulls Dallas Mavericks 
Minnesota TimberwolvesCleveland CavaliersHouston Rockets
Oklahoma City ThunderDetroit PistonsMemphis Grizzlies
Portland Trail BlazersIndiana PacersNew Orleans Pelicans 
Utah JazzMilwaukee BucksSan Antonio Spurs
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How Many California NBA Teams Are There?

California has the most NBA teams in one state. If you are looking to support an NBA team in California, you will not be short of options. Take your pick from the Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers, Golden State Warriors, and Sacramento Kings.

Every California NBA team has a rich culture and history and you’ll form part of a unique fanbase which will add plenty of thrill and entertainment to your life when you support one of the many California NBA teams. 

How Many NBA Teams Are There In The World?

There are 30 NBA teams in the world. Basketball players from all over the world, including the USA, Canada, Europe, & Africa, dream of playing in the NBA and this is what makes the NBA the holy grail of Basketball tournaments. 

How Many Canadian NBA Teams Are There?

There is only one Canadian NBA team - The Toronto Raptors. The Toronto Raptors made history when they won their first-ever NBA title in 2019. 

Toronto Raptors 2023-2024 NBA Season

The Toronto Raptors had a shocking 2023-2024 NBA campaign and they finished in 25th place on the NBA League table with 25 wins, and 57 losses, from 82 matches played. The Toronto Raptors will be fired up to spring a surprise and win the 2024-2025 NBA title.

Could you imagine what a story it would be if the Toronto Raptors bring the NBA trophy back to Canada? Toronto Raptors will need players like Small Forward Scottie Barnes and Jakob Poeltl to step up to the challenge throughout the 2024-2025 NBA season. Toronto Raptors will also need some new signings to add youth and new energy to the team.

How Many NBA Playoff Teams Are There?

16 teams compete in the NBA playoffs every season. The top eight teams from the Eastern Conference and the top eight teams from the Western Conference qualify for the NBA playoffs.

The NBA playoffs are even more exciting as the pressure is now on every team to perform. Lose and you go home, win and you are through to the next round & one step closer to lifting the NBA title. There are Ten Teams That Have Never Won The NBA and these teams will go all out to lift the trophy. 

Which Team Holds The Record For The Most NBA Titles?

Boston Celtics hold the record for the most NBA titles, having lifted the trophy on 18 occasions, as of September 2024. The Los Angeles Lakers have won the NBA on 17 previous occasions and the Golden State Warriors have lifted the NBA trophy seven times throughout their history.  

Top Five Teams With the Most NBA Titles

Top Five Teams With the Most NBA Titles As of September 2024NBA Titles Won As of September 2024
Boston Celtics 18
Los Angeles Lakers17
Golden State Warriors7
Chicago Bulls6
San Antonio Spurs5
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Who Won the 2023-2024 NBA?

The Boston Celtics will be going all out to defend their NBA title after lifting the trophy in 2023-2024 with a 106-88 victory in the final against the Dallas Mavericks.

NBA Players To Look Out For

Every NBA season has a new storyline. New NBA stars are born and heroes emerge. Legends of the game like LeBron James will bring all their experience, moves and skill to the NBA party, and there is sure to be New NBA Players that will become fan favourites.

When Does the 2024-2025 NBA Season Start?

The 2024-2025 NBA Season gets underway from the 22nd of October 2024 with a blockbuster showdown when the defending champions, the Boston Celtics, host the New York Knicks. What a game!

The 2024-2025 NBA Playoffs are scheduled to get underway from the 19th of April 2025. The stage is set for slam dunks and breathtaking Basketball. We can’t wait for the 2024-2025 NBA Season to begin. Who do you think will lift the 2024-2025 NBA title?

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Josh Isaacson
Josh IsaacsonSports Writer

Josh has over ten years of experience as a Sports Writer. Josh has created content for some of the biggest sports brands and publications in South Africa. Josh is a creative writer who puts you in the game with his unique content. Josh writes about Soccer, Rugby, Cricket, Basketball, Darts, Golf, and all major sports.