Goodbye Curry! 30 million salary in vain! The Lakers are interested in recruiting, and the Thunder can help you win the championship

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2024-05-12 10:14Published in Jiangxi

The NBA playoffs are still going on, but for many fans, there is little interest anymore. Compared to the past, this year's playoffs are much more deserted, and the attention and topics are not as good as before. To a large extent, it is caused by the alternation of old and new stars.

First of all, in the first game of the playoffs, the Golden State Warriors lost to the Kings, and Curry missed the playoffs, becoming the first superstar to be eliminated. Then, the Nuggets swept the Lakers 4-1, and James also left with hatred. The Timberwolves 4-0 Suns, Durant was swept again. So far, all three of Jankudu's top superstars are out, and their fans cover as much as 80% of the NBA. In addition, Xiaoka retired from injury, the Clippers lost to the Mavericks, and Harden and George also left one after another.

Players who used to be the talk of the conversation, as well as teams that have attracted a lot of attention, have been out one after another. This is one of the reasons why many fans lose the motivation to watch the game. Second, at present, the new generation of players Edwards and Doncic are still in the growth period, and the fan base is not large enough, and there is no absolute hard honor.

The Warriors' absence from the playoffs is definitely a failure for Xiao Hua this year. But if the opportunity is not seized, the warriors can't blame anyone. The Warriors paid the league's most expensive price, but they couldn't make the playoffs, which is unacceptable to Warriors owner Lacob. Including head coach Cole, he also said that he will not pay the luxury tax endlessly. It's also very clear that the Warriors will bring the luxury tax down to the first tier in recent seasons.

Therefore, Chris Paul's $30.8 million unguaranteed contract next season is likely to be lost. The 39-year-old Paul, if executed, has only one situation, and that is to make a deal. Last season, Paul played as a bench in the Warriors, and his statistics declined seriously, playing 58 regular season games (this number is very Paul), averaging 9.2 points and 6.8 assists per game, including 44.1% shooting from the field and 37.1% from three-point range. It can be said that Paul still has ability, but now it is a stage of decline. Can play, but it's definitely not worth $30.8 million.

Paul's idea of joining the Warriors was originally to follow the Warriors' free ride and realize his dream of winning the championship. However, I didn't expect Kerr to also play meritorious basketball. Klay Thompson's form has dropped dramatically, and Wiggins doesn't have the fighting spirit he once had. None of the teams except Curry can average 20+ points per game, and the Warriors' symptoms are here. Strangled Curry, and the Warriors were pinched by seven inches.

If the warriors don't execute, where can Paul go? The Suns may be a good choice, their team lacks a No. 1 spot, Paul goes to the proper starter, and the roster is good, and has the possibility of challenging for the championship. However, it is unlikely that Paul has just come out of the sun and is going back with his face in his face.

The Lakers, on their side, are also interesting to Paul. However, only the basic salary of the veteran can be given. Playing with Zhan Mei is also an option to hit the championship.

ESPN's side has given a possibility, and that is to return to the Thunder. Previously, Paul joined the Thunder and returned to his hometown.

First of all, the Thunder, led by Alexander, is already in first place in the West. Thunder Alexander + Holmgren + Jalen Williams, there is already a shadow of the year. What they lack is the blessing of a veteran. And Paul would be that choice. If he were to come for another year, Paul would choose the Thunder.

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