George is leaving, the Clippers won't stand in the way, and there are three trade options for the Clippers to choose from this offseason

As the 2023-24 NBA regular season draws to a close, we can see that many teams are already planning for their futures. For some, it's also a time for them to re-decide their future. Paul George, one of the Clippers' leading stars, recently wanted the Clippers to give him a big contract with a maximum salary like Leonard, but the Clippers refused.

The Clippers don't think Paul George deserves that big contract, and it has been reported that Paul George intends to leave the Clippers in the offseason to go to a team that can give him a big contract. Like the 76ers and Pacers, they are among his favorite next teams. To this end, the American media "Fadeaway World" listed the three teams that Paul George is most likely to go to in the offseason.

1. Paul George joins the Golden State Warriors to join Stephen Curry

Clippers send: Paul George

Golden State Warriors send: Andrew Wiggins, Gary Payton II, Moses Moody

The Golden State Warriors are likely to send Andrew Wiggins away in the offseason, mainly because he has taken frequent vacations in the last two seasons, which is not conducive to the unity and stability of the team. Recently, the Warriors denied Andrew Wiggins a leave of absence as the team teetered on the brink of a playoff play-off. They need a full squad to play more competitively.

With Andrew Wiggins' average of 12.7 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game in 2023-24, there is absolutely no need for the Golden State Warriors to keep him. Trading Andrew Wiggins for Paul George would be a good option. After all, apart from injuries, Paul George rarely misses games due to personal problems. At that time, the Warriors can build a five-man starting lineup led by Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, Paul George, Draymond Green and Kevon Looney. The arrival of Paul George will make it easier for Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson on the offensive end.

2. Paul George joins the Cavaliers to join Mitchell

Clippers send: Paul George

Cavaliers send: Jarrett Allen, LeVert, Dean Wade

In 2017, Paul George reportedly almost joined the Cavaliers. Perhaps, this time, he has a chance to make that wish come true. For the Cavaliers, the addition of Paul George may be an important factor in improving the team's competitiveness. Although they are now one of the strongest teams in the East, they are not expected to go far in terms of competitiveness.

If Paul George joins the Cavaliers, he will join the likes of Mitchell, Garland and Evan Mobley, who have the potential to set a record for reaching the Finals for the first time in the post-LeBron James era.

3. Paul George returns to the Indiana Pacers

Los Angeles Clippers send: Paul George

Indiana Pacers send: Mathurin, Aaronne Smith, Doug Mike Dermott, 2027 first-round pick

Paul George's return to the Indiana Pacers, where the dream began, is perhaps the best ending. The Pacers have stockpiled a bunch of great young players in the last two seasons, and they've been competitive this season. In the 2023-24 season, Paul George averaged 22.1 points, 5.4 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game, and as a veteran veteran, he spent seven seasons with the Pacers.

It might be a good choice to let him assist Haliburton. However, the Pacers are unlikely to give him a contract with an annual salary of more than $40 million. The Pacers have a decent salary space right now, they have a bunch of great young players, and the team is more interested in using young players to complement Haliburton, after all, they are looking at the next 5-8 years rather than just 2-3 years.