The 2025-26 NBA G League regular season reached its conclusion on April 12, 2026, marking the end of a highly competitive 25th anniversary year for the league. With 31 teams competing across North America, including the newly formed expansion entities, the race for the postseason was defined by high-scoring offenses and the emergence of future NBA rotational players.

As the league transitions into the 2026 G League Finals, the final standings offer a comprehensive look at which organizations successfully balanced player development with winning cultures. The Osceola Magic and the South Bay Lakers emerged as the titans of their respective conferences, both finishing with identical league-leading records.

Eastern Conference Final Standings

The Eastern Conference saw a dominant run by the Osceola Magic, who secured the top seed early in the spring. The race for the middle seeds remained fluid until the final weekend, with the Raptors 905 and Cleveland Charge tied in winning percentage, settled eventually by tiebreaker scenarios.

Seed Team Wins Losses Winning Percentage
1 Osceola Magic 26 10 .722
2 Greensboro Swarm 24 12 .667
3 Cleveland Charge 23 13 .639
4 Raptors 905 23 13 .639
5 Motor City Cruise 22 14 .611
6 Capital City Go-Go 19 17 .528
7 Maine Celtics 18 18 .500
8 Long Island Nets 18 18 .500
9 Delaware Blue Coats 18 18 .500
10 Noblesville Boom 16 20 .444
11 Birmingham Squadron 16 20 .444
12 Windy City Bulls 15 21 .417
13 College Park Skyhawks 14 22 .389
14 Westchester Knicks 14 22 .389
15 Grand Rapids Gold 11 25 .306
16 Wisconsin Herd 10 26 .278

The Osceola Magic's success was largely driven by their perimeter efficiency, leading the conference in three-point shooting and defensive transition points. Meanwhile, the Greensboro Swarm finished the season as the league's highest-scoring team, averaging over 126 points per game, highlighting the offensive-heavy nature of the Eastern Conference this year.

Western Conference Final Standings

The Western Conference was characterized by a multi-team logjam for the third through fifth seeds. The South Bay Lakers maintained their composure to finish atop the standings, while the Mexico City Capitanes continued to prove their home-court advantage at Arena CDMX is one of the toughest in the league.

Seed Team Wins Losses Winning Percentage
1 South Bay Lakers 26 10 .722
2 Mexico City Capitanes 24 12 .667
3 Stockton Kings 23 13 .639
4 Rio Grande Valley Vipers 23 13 .639
5 Austin Spurs 23 13 .639
6 Iowa Wolves 21 15 .583
7 Rip City Remix 19 17 .528
8 Sioux Falls Skyforce 18 18 .500
9 San Diego Clippers 18 18 .500
10 Salt Lake City Stars 14 22 .389
11 Texas Legends 14 22 .389
12 Santa Cruz Warriors 14 22 .389
13 Oklahoma City Blue 12 24 .333
14 Valley Suns 11 25 .306
15 Memphis Hustle 11 25 .306

The South Bay Lakers relied heavily on their veteran leadership and interior presence, leading the conference in field goal percentage at over 51%. The Rio Grande Valley Vipers, consistent contenders in the West, remained a defensive powerhouse, leading the league in steals and forced turnovers.

Key Statistical Leaders and Performances

Beyond the win-loss columns, several individual performances defined the 2025-26 season. Mac McClung, representing the Windy City Bulls, continued his scoring dominance by leading the league with 31.8 points per game. His ability to draw defenses allowed the Bulls to remain competitive despite their lower seed.

On the glass, Charles Bassey of the Santa Cruz Warriors was a force, averaging 12.5 rebounds per game. In terms of playmaking, Darius Brown of the Cleveland Charge paced the league with 10.6 assists per game, a testament to the Charge's fluid offensive system that helped them secure the third seed in the East.

Team Efficiency Ratings

The advanced metrics reveal a more nuanced story of the season:

  • Offensive Rating: The Greensboro Swarm held the top spot, benefiting from a high-pace system.
  • Defensive Rating: The Osceola Magic and Raptors 905 traded the top spot throughout the season, with Osceola eventually pulling ahead due to their elite rim protection.
  • Net Rating: The South Bay Lakers finished with the highest average point differential (+9.4), suggesting they were the most balanced team in the league.

Post-Season Schedule and Implications

The 2025-26 regular season was the precursor to the 2026 NBA G League Finals. The postseason tournament follows a single-elimination format for the early rounds, leading to a best-of-three series for the Finals.

According to league officials, the 2026 Finals are scheduled for:

  1. Game 1: April 8, 2026
  2. Game 2: April 10, 2026
  3. Game 3 (If Necessary): April 13, 2026

The performance of these teams in the standings also impacts the NBA draft prospect evaluation, as many scouts utilize the high-pressure environment of the final weeks to gauge the readiness of two-way players.

Summary of the 2025-26 Campaign

The 2025-26 G League season reaffirmed the league's role as a vital pipeline for NBA talent. From the expansion of the Noblesville Boom to the continued success of international markets like Mexico City, the standings reflect a league that is growing in both parity and skill. The Osceola Magic and South Bay Lakers enter the history books as the regular-season champions, but as history shows, the regular-season record is merely a ticket to the real battle that begins in the playoffs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which team had the best record in the 2025-26 G League?

The Osceola Magic and the South Bay Lakers shared the best record in the league, both finishing with 26 wins and 10 losses.

How many teams are currently in the NBA G League?

For the 2025-26 season, there were 31 teams, with 30 of them having direct single-team affiliations with NBA franchises.

Who was the leading scorer of the 2025-26 season?

Mac McClung of the Windy City Bulls led the league in scoring, averaging 31.8 points per game.

When does the 2026 G League season end?

The regular season concluded on April 12, 2026, with the Finals concluding by mid-April.