5 NBA Players Under the Most Pressure in 2025–26

Pressure defines greatness — and heading into the 2025–26 NBA season, certain players have more to prove than ever considering their reputation and situation. Whether it’s stars looking to bounce back or guys cementing their all-time legacies, the spotlight will be unforgiving.

In this episode, I break down the 5 players under the most pressure this season, why the narratives around them matter, and how each one can reshape their legacy depending on what happens this season. 

🎙️ Full breakdown inside the podcast
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Timestamps:

00:39- Ja Morant

03:45- LaMelo Ball

07:43- Karl-Anthony Towns

10:46- Nikola Jokic

13:14- Trae Young

18:07- Luka Doncic