The NBA’s 2025-26 season has begun with a reshaped Eastern Conference landscape, notably with injuries sidelining key players like Tyrese Haliburton and Jayson Tatum, and the Knicks’ coaching change. While teams like the Atlanta Hawks and Orlando Magic aim to contend, franchises like the Nets and Wizards are poised for a challenging season ahead, with significant roster changes impacting overall competitiveness.