Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, second from right, drives with the ball after stealing it from Philadelphia 76ers guard Ricky Council IV, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Nov. 8, 2024, in Los Angeles. AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill
The 2025-26 NBA season is upon us, as Opening Night was held on Tuesday.
This is the 80th season in league history, and eight decades provides for lots of NBA records, statistics and milestones. Several hallowed marks could fall during the NBA’s 80th birthday, from those both on the court and on the sideline.
Ross Kelly is a sports journalist who has been published by ESPN, CBS and USA Today. He has also done statistical research for Stats Inc. and Synergy Sports Technology. A graduate of LSU, Ross resides in Houston.
