The NBA 2K26 sim is back with another season-long prediction, mapping out everything from LeBron James’ farewell to a Knicks championship. While last year’s results missed some real-life twists, this year’s forecast sets up storylines that basketball fans can’t ignore.
NBA 2K26 has LeBron on a farewell tour
In the simulation, NBA 2K26 predicts that LeBron James will retire after one final season. At 41, he still produced solid numbers: 21.8 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 6.5 assists across all 82 games. His Lakers closed at 45–37, grabbing the eighth seed and giving him one last playoff push.
NBA 2K26 crowns Dallas as a powerhouse
The Mavericks again dominated the NBA 2K26 sim, this time finishing 64–18 with Jason Kidd earning another Coach of the Year award. Key drivers of their success included:
- Klay Thompson is shooting a career-best 46.3% from three
- A defense that allowed just 108.9 points per game
- Rookie Cooper Flagg is stepping in as a third scoring option
The mix of veteran shooting, defense, and young talent made Dallas a force in the forecast.
Cooper Flagg shines in his rookie campaign
Flagg’s rookie numbers lived up to the hype: 15.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 2.2 steals in 73 games. He earned Rookie of the Year honors and a spot on the All-Rookie First Team, proving himself as a core piece of Dallas’ long-term plans.
Knicks finally take the crown
The simulation delivered its boldest twist by giving the Knicks the title. New York rode a balanced roster to the Finals and secured the championship, marking the franchise’s first major breakthrough in decades. It wasn’t just a victory, it was validation for long-suffering Knicks fans.
Wizards stumble into the record books
The low point of the NBA 2K26 season sim belonged to Washington. Predicted to finish 8–74, the Wizards opened 0–19 and ended with the worst record in NBA history. Their defense surrendered 127.8 points per game, while their offense lagged behind the rest of the league.
The NBA 2K26 forecast may be imperfect, but it nails what fans love most: drama, surprises, and the chance to imagine a season where legends bow out, rookies rise, and curses are finally broken.
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