Sometimes it’s not the players, the coach, or even the front office—it’s the zip code. Whether it’s poor attendance, zero buzz, or just feeling like the odd team out, these NBA franchises might want to pack their bags and try their luck somewhere new.
No hard feelings—just a little tough love with a U-Haul on standby.
10. Charlotte Hornets
The Hornets have been stuck in rebuild mode longer than most people’s cell phone contracts. Maybe a fresh start in a new city could finally break the cycle of lottery picks and broken dreams.
9. Indiana Pacers
Indiana loves basketball, just not this basketball. Despite having a scrappy squad, the Pacers feel more like a basketball history museum than a modern franchise.
8. Detroit Pistons
The Pistons are having a resurgence, but let’s face it, this fanbase has endured a lot of pain and misery in recent years. Yes, there’s rich history in Detroit, bu maybe a scenery change could spark a little Motor City mojo.
7. Orlando Magic
The Magic have had more promising rebuilds than actual wins. A new city might help shake off the permanent “young team with potential” label.
6. Portland Trail Blazers
Dame’s gone, the vibes are weird, and the Blazers feel like a band still touring under the same name with none of the original members. Time to pass the mic to a new market.
5. Minnesota Timberwolves
Yes, they’re actually good right now, but how long will that last? The Timberwolves always feel like they’re one bad week away from a 10-year rebuild—and the snow isn’t helping.
4. New Orleans Pelicans
The Pelicans could be exciting, but it’s hard to get excited when no one shows up. New Orleans deserves a party, not a team constantly wondering if Zion is playing tonight.
3. Washington Wizards
The Wizards are a disaster at the moment. At this point, D.C. might be better off with another monument instead.
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2. Toronto Raptors
Toronto is a great city, but the team feels like it’s been coasting off 2019 vibes ever since Kawhi dipped. The travel complaints from other teams aren’t going anywhere, and neither is that weird dinosaur branding.
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1. Brooklyn Nets
The Nets had their shot with KD, Kyrie, and Harden—and it blew up like a bad group chat. Brooklyn doesn’t need two teams, and honestly, neither does New York.
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