Season preview: the NBA’s 80th campaign kicks off with a slate of historic chase narratives. LeBron James targets new all-time highs in field goals, games and longevity, and could move into the top six on the 3-point list on opening night. Kevin Durant begins a Houston chapter and sits 849 points behind Wilt Chamberlain for seventh on the all-time scoring list. Nikola Jokic eyes a 30-20-20 pace toward second in all-time triple-doubles, while Stephen Curry sits 292 3-pointers from 5,000 overall. Damian Lillard’s veteran arc and Luka Dončić’s near-100 triple-doubles loom large. James Harden and Russell Westbrook both hover near historic top-10 thresholds in assists and scoring, with Giannis Antetokounmpo anchoring Milwaukee and Paul George evaluating durability in Philly. Doc Rivers and Rick Carlisle flirt with the all-time wins list as teams push to maximize championship windows, including a dramatic Lakers-Warriors opener that could set the tone for the year.