What happened: Stephen Curry enters an age-38 campaign as Golden State continues trying to build around him. Anthony Davis is expected to wait until after the 2026-27 season begins before pursuing an extension.
Why it matters: Slow starts could turn routine speculation into deadline pressure for front offices. Domantas Sabonis is viewed as the likeliest of the four to move as Sacramento reshapes its roster.
By the numbers: Davis has played 29 games since February 2024 and has been traded twice in that span.
What to watch: Trade requests, extension decisions or front-office comments would move these scenarios beyond speculation.