Final NBA Win Predictions: Luka Doncic, Tatum, Jokic

Merlin sees the NBA in a final sprint where almost every team can still rewrite its fate. The writer projects end-of-season records for all 30 clubs, highlighting hot streaks (Atlanta’s surge, Boston 9-2 with Jayson Tatum) tank moves (Brooklyn likely fading) and weird finishes (Dallas stuck near one more win). Even narratives hinge on small things — injuries, schedules and whether stars return. As Draymond Green put it, "I don't think Steph is getting shut down for the season." Merlin notes the real magic now is timing and health. A few wins or losses will flip playoff seeds, draft odds and front-office plans. Expect OKC and San Antonio to keep rising, Detroit to lock a top seed, Memphis to keep sliding, and a frantic tank race at the bottom. As JJ Redick said about Luka, "I think Luka has had as good of a month as anybody."