NBA Fantasy: Southwest Division outlook for 2026-27 season

The NBA Southwest Division enters the 2026-27 season with high expectations for the San Antonio Spurs following their recent Finals appearance. Other teams in the division, including the Mavericks and Grizzlies, are looking to improve their standing through roster adjustments and development.
Why it matters
This analysis provides a competitive landscape for fantasy sports participants and fans tracking the Western Conference.
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The Southwest Division features a couple of the top teams in the Western Conference, contrasted by three teams that are looking to make a rise from the bottom of the standings. The Spurs stand out after reaching the NBA Finals last season, while the Rockets' first-round exit was surely a disappointment. The Pelicans, Grizzlies and Mavericks have no shortage of talent but will need many things to go right to see the playoffs in 2026-27.
San Antonio Spurs
Last season: Finished second in the West with a record of 62-20. Lost to the Knicks in the Finals
What Changed: Added Tobias Harris. No departures to report.
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