The biggest demand for each team after the draft: many teams such as the Lakers are eager for centers, and the Trail Blazers need to sell Ayton& Rowe

With this year's NBA Draft coming to an end, the league teams have turned all their attention to the free agent market and the new league year. The multiple trades that broke out before and after the draft have already caused a stir, including several major deals that completely change the prospects of some teams next season.

Now that the draft results have been settled, the relevant trading agreement has been reached, the teams' primary goals after the free agent market has begun have gradually become clear. As most big-name free agents choose to execute player options or plan to renew contracts with the original team, there is no signing frenzy in the free agent market this year. But the possibility of signing and exchange transactions remains with other potential operations, and as the new league year begins, we will analyze the biggest demands of 30 teams.

Western League

Oklahoma City Thunder: Trophy Showcase

The only thing the Thunder needs to worry about this summer is to decide where to put the O'Brien Cup on the team's base. Is it displayed in the foyer where players and employees enter the door? Or is it placed in the training hall as a training motivation? This is probably Presti's most difficult choice this summer, although you will never guess when the general manager will make some icing on the cake.

Houston Rockets: Another veteran

gets Durant's Rockets through a trade, and are obviously ready to compete with the Thunder in the new season in the West. Despite their overwhelming talent in the lineup, they still need to add a veteran who can enter the playoff rotation. Jaylen Green freed up playing time for Shepard and other defenders, but the rookie last year has hardly played at the NBA level this season. If possible, the Rockets may also need to introduce a more experienced shooter.

Los Angeles Lakers: The situation of the center

is clearer: The Lakers needed to strengthen the center long before trading Davis, and Ma Wei's trading farce has caused them to not fill this vacancy so far. The entire league knows that the Lakers need a threat-threatening center with strong defense, and they know their bottom line of negotiations because of the Mawei trade - Kneckett and the first round pick in 2031. Although General Manager Pelinka will be in a weak position, considering the low cost of getting Doncic, the Lakers are fully capable of finding a suitable inside partner for the team's new nuclear program.

Denver Nuggets: Michael Porter's next home (or Bruce Brown's significant salary cut)

The Nuggets don't have many choices to improve their lineup. After two consecutive years of sprint to the Western Conference semi-finals, they obviously need to strengthen, but Michael Porter, the most trade-worthy core lineup, lacks market appeal due to his remaining two years of 71 million contract (combined with injury history and sluggish playoff performance). However, as long as a team looks at Porter Jr.'s shooting ability, the Nuggets have the opportunity to reorganize the lineup. Another way out is to convince players to reduce their salaries significantly. This year, the only old player Bruce Brown meets this condition. The wing of the Pacers who turned to the championship after winning the Nuggets, after winning the championship, may be willing to sacrifice part of their salary to return to the championship place after moving to the Raptors and the Pelicans.

Los Angeles Clippers: Replenishing young blood

The Clippers are one of the most aging teams in the league, and Zubac and Derek Jones, the youngest in the rotation lineup, are both 28 years old. To borrow baseball terms, they urgently need one or two players who can "digest the number of regular season games" to relieve the burden on veterans. Especially when the depth of the frontcourt is weak, injecting young vitality will be of great benefit.

Minnesota Timberwolves: Strengthening point guards

Timberwolves must not start the new season with Conley and Dillingham as point guards. This season has proven Conley is beginning to show his age, and Dillingham is not ready to be the main controller of the championship team. The Timberwolves are expected to reach a team-stay agreement with Randall first, and then they must decide what to do with Naz Reed and Alexander Walker. The latter could become a victim, partly because he can get the most reward through signing. If you take this route, changing back to a point guard who can enter the playoff rotation should become the top priority.

Golden State Warriors: Sign first and then trade Kumingga

Warriors should fully grasp the final championship window for Curry, Butler and Zhu Meng Green, which means that more veterans need to be introduced to help. They may become Vucevic's suitors (there were rumors with the Bulls center before the trade deadline this year), but the Warriors' most pressing task at the moment is to completely solve the problem of staying or leaving Kuminga. The talented striker has never been able to integrate into the Warriors system and has obviously not gained the trust of Cole's coaching staff. This summer, we will find a new owner for him and exchange it for immediate combat power, which is the best solution for both sides.

Memphis Grizzlies: After Jaren Jackson Jr.

sent Bain away, some people believe that the Grizzlies may also be open to other stars' deals. But all signs indicate that management has no intention, but the call for the price will not stop until Jaren Jackson Jr. completes the contract renewal. As for other aspects of the lineup, the Grizzlies hope to fill Bain's vacancy with Pope (bounced from the Magic's sluggish season) and rookie Coward (38.8% from three-point shooting in college). There are still variables in the frontcourt: How to deal with restricted free agent Aldama? Is Clark's return enough to improve his defense after Zach Eddie exposed his defensive loophole in the playoffs? Or should Aldama exchange for veteran centers to completely solve the legacy of Adams' two-year departure?

Sacramento Kings: The point guard and trading DeRozan

Kings are in chaos, but this summer is more low-key than some teams (Pelicans!!). Since trading Fox to the Spurs, they have no real point guards in the team and must solve this problem before the new season begins. Perhaps DeRozan's trade can be a breakthrough, and the veteran striker is completely valuable in the trading market. DeRozan is seriously incompatible with the combination of Raven and Sabonis, and the king can only hope to find the next home that appreciates his scoring talent.. VJ Edgecom is a good rookie choice, but rookies usually struggle to contribute instantly to winning. The Sixers do need to add depth (especially frontcourt rotation). If you want to become an Eastern Conference contender, Embiid, Paul George and Maxi must play healthy and in good shape at the same time. To achieve this, I am afraid that some divine power intervention is required. This summer, the management of the 76ers should consider asking several exorcists.

Charlotte Hornets: After the center

sent away the squad on the draft night, the Hornets' center option is only Nurkic or a small lineup. Kniper and McNeley were selected in the first round to supplement the young wing, but the frontcourt still needs to be upgraded urgently. On the premise that LaMelo Ball and Brandon Williams are back to health, introducing one or two high-quality players to test whether the team can enter the Eastern Conference play-offs is a reasonable choice. Perhaps the Hornets will lie dormant for another year to seek qualitative change, but no matter what, they need to install a strong man in the team who can take on the inside time.

Washington Wizards: Looking for a takeover for a high-paying veteran

Wizards are in a similar situation to the Jazz, but the problem is that their expiration contract amount is even larger. Middleton (33.3 million), McCollum (30.7 million) and Smart (21.6 million) will all be put on the shelves before the trading deadline this summer and next year, but the transaction is much more difficult than the situation facing the Jazz. The Wizards' greatest hope is that one or two of them can perform well at the beginning of the season to increase the value of the deal.

Original text: Robby Kalland

Compiled by: Li Taibai