As the saying goes, the NBA is entering a stage of replacing the old and the new, and we can see that the lineups of many teams are dominated by young players. Teams like the Grizzlies, Thunder and Pistons have a large number of young players, and the average age of their teams is at a record low in NBA history.
For this reason, the American media hoopshype also posted the 25 teams with the lowest average age in NBA history, and we can see that only three of the 25 young teams have entered the playoffs. Among them, Thunder has become a regular on this list.
1. Houston Rockets in the 2022-23 season
The average age of the Rockets at the time was 22.69, and they had a 22-60 record in the regular season. The young core players in the squad at that time were Jalen Green (20 years old), Jabari Smith (19 years old), Kenyon Martin (22 years old), Shin Jing (20 years old), Kevin Porter (22 years old).
Now, Kenyon Martin and Kevin Porter, both leave the Rockets. Kevin Porter is primarily a personal issue and recently signed with the Clippers.
2. Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2021-22 season
The team's average age is 22.97 years old, and they are playing an average of 24-58 per game. The young core players in the Thunder's roster at that time were Alexander (23 years old), Bardsley (21 years old), Josh Giddey (19 years old), Dort (22 years old), and Terman (21 years old).
However, the Thunder's current roster is also very young, except that Josh Giddey was traded to the Chicago Bulls in the offseason. At that time, the Thunder's strategy of sending away Wei Shao in exchange for Paul and then giving up Paul was right.
3. Atlanta Hawks in the 2005-06 season
The team's average age is 23.30 and it has a 26.56-26 record in the regular season. The young core players of the team at that time were Joe Johnson (24 years old), Al Harrington (25 years old), Josh Smith (20 years old), Zhaza Pachulia (21 years old), Josh Childris (22 years old).
The Hawks boast two excellent singles players, Josh Smith and Joe Johnson, and Zaza Pachulia later joined the Warriors and also won a championship.
4. Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2022-23 season
The team's average age is 23.33 and they have a 40-42 record in the regular season. At that time, the young core of the team was Alexander (24 years old), Josh Giddey (20 years old), Jalen Williams (21 years old), Dort (23 years old), Isaiah Joe (23 years old).
The Thunder have a lot of young players, mainly because they have been playing bad in the past few years, getting a lot of young players and future draft picks.
5. Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2020-21 season
The team's average age is 23.42 years old, and they have a 22-50 record in the regular season. At that time, the young core players were Theo Maledon (19 years old), Bardsley (20 years old), Dort (21 years old), Kenrich Williams (26 years old) and Isaiah Robbie (23 years old).
At this time, the Thunder team was not favored by the outside world. The outside world thinks the Thunder may continue to play for several seasons, indulging in draft picks and young players.
6. San Antonio Spurs for the 2023-24 season
The team's average age is 23.44 and they have a 22-60 record in the regular season. The young core players at that time were Devin Vassell (23 years old), Jeremy Sochan (20 years old), Tre Jones (24 years old), Wembanyama (20 years old), Keldon Johnson (24 years old).
The current Spurs have a lot of outstanding young players, and they took Paul in the offseason to assist Wembanyama. Moreover, there are reports that they want to trade away the likes of Keldon Johnson or Devin Vassell.
7. Orlando Magic in the 2022-23 season
The team's average age is 23.61 and they have a 34-48 record in the regular season. The young core players at that time were Franz Wagner (21 years old), Paolo Banchero (20 years old), Markellefultz (24 years old), Wendell Carter Jr. (23 years old), Cole Anthony (22 years old).
After the Orlando Magic selected Paolo Banchero, he also became the most promising team in the NBA. In the 2023-24 season, they are also in the playoffs. It's a pity that Fultz, the former champion, has not been able to play a satisfactory performance.
8. Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2009-10 season
The team's average age is 23.63 and they have a 50-32 record in the regular season. At that time, the young core players were Kevin Durant (21 years old), Jeff Green (23 years old), Wei Shao (21 years old), Sabo Sefrosa (25 years old), and Nenad Kostic (26 years old).
At that time, the Thunder, led by Durant, entered the playoffs, but unfortunately lost to the Lakers led by Kobe Bryant in the first round. However, at that time, the Thunder were expected to become the best team in the league in the future.
9. Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2020-21 season
The team's average age is 26.65 and they have a 23-49 record in the regular season. At that time, the young core players were Anthony Edwards (19 years old), Ricky Rubio (30 years old), Downs (25 years old), Jaden McDaniel (20 years old) and Naz Reid (21 years old).
After the NBA Draft acquired Anthony Edwards with the No. 1 pick, the Timberwolves' roster has also become younger. Unfortunately, Rubio was no longer a young golden boy at that time.
10. Chicago Bulls in the 2000-01 season
The team's average age is 23.76 and they have a 15-67 record in the regular season. The young core players at the time were Elton Brand (21), Ron Mercer (24), Mehta World Peace (21), Fred Hojberg (28) and Marcus Fetzer (22).
Seeing this list of the Bulls, the outside world will be a little shocked. That's right, that's the former Artest (Meta World Peace) in the Chicago Bulls' lineup.
11. Memphis Grizzlies in the 2008-09 season
The team's average age is 23.77 and they have a 24-58 record in the regular season. The young core players at the time were OJ Mayo (21 years old), Rudy Gay (22 years old), Marc Gasol (24 years old), McConley (21 years old), Hakeem Varik (26 years old).
This list of Grizzlies is full of familiar players. However, OJ Mayo has played in the Chinese Basketball League and is currently working as a trainer for some young players in China.
12. Philadelphia 76ers in the 2014-15 season
The team's average age is 23.82 and they have an 18-64 record in the regular season. At that time, the young core players were Noren Snoel (20 years old), Robert Covington (24 years old), Luc Mba Amut (28 years old), Hollis Thompson (23 years old), Henry Sims (24 years old)
The 76ers have been believing in the process for years, and once upon a time, they did have a group of talented young players, but they have not been able to play satisfactorily.
13. Rochester Royals in the 1956-57 season
The team's average age is 23.84 and they have a 31-41 record in the regular season. The young core players at that time were Morris Stokes (23 years old), Jack Tweyman (22 years old), Dick Ricks (23 years old), Richer Reagan (26 years old) and Dave Pientech (22 years old).
14. Utah Jazz in the 2014-15 season
The team's average age is 23.87 and they have a 38-44 record in the regular season. The young core players at the time were Gordon Hayward (24), Treeback (22), Derek Favors (23), Rudy Gobert (22) and Dante Exum (19).
At the time, it was believed that Utah Jazz was about to rise and return to the era of black and white. Gordon Hayward, Derrick Favors and Gobert led the Jazz to one of the most anticipated teams in the West. Unfortunately, in the end, everyone went their separate ways. Recently, Hayward officially announced his retirement.
15. Philadelphia 76ers in the 2015-16 season
The team's average age is 23.94 and it has a 10-7 record in the regular season. The young core players at that time were Hollis Thompson (24 years old), Jeramy Grant (21 years old), Isaiah Kannan (24 years old), Nolan Snoaire (21 years old), Robert Covington (25 years old).
Looking at the past ten years, the 76ers have always had a group of outstanding young players, which are worthy of the envy of the outside world, and Jerami Grant, Robert Covington and Noren Snoaire at that time were all good young players.
16. Boston Celtics in the 2006-07 season
The team's average age is 23.94 and they have a 10-72 record in the regular season. At that time, the young core players were Algerferson (22 years old), Ryan Gomez (24 years old), Delonte West (23 years old), Rajon Rondo (20 years old) and Gerard Green (21 years old).
Who would have imagined that the Celtics would become a championship team in an instant with two trades in the offseason. It's all because they have a lot of young players to trade, and Rajon Rondo has proven himself to be a top-tier ball handler early on.
17. Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2023-24 season
The team's average age is 23.96 and they have a 57-25 record in the regular season. The young core players at that time were Alexander (25 years old), Chet Holmgren (21 years old), Dort (24 years old), Jalen Williams (22 years old), Josh Giddey (21 years old).
The Thunder lost to the Dallas Mavericks led by Kyrie Irving and Doncic in the second round of the playoffs. The Thunder in the 2023-24 season has the best record since the era of Durant, Harden and the Big Three. They are also favored to win the title in the coming seasons.
18. New York Knicks in the 2018-19 season
The team's average age is 23.96 and they have a 17-65 record in the regular season. The young core players at that time were Kevin Knox (19 years old), Dan Mi Ndosen (24 years old), Noah Vonleh (23 years old), Moodier (22 years old) and Tim Hardaway Jr. (26 years old).
The young team of the New York Knicks has not won the favor of the league, and the outside world is not optimistic that they can become the top team in the league.
19. Orlando Magic in the 2021-22 season
The team's average age is 23.99 and they have a 22-60 record in the regular season. At that time, the young core players were Franz Wagner (20 years old), Cole Anthony (21 years old), Wendell Carter Jr. (22 years old), Mobomba (23 years old) and Chuma Oak (23 years old).
At that time, the Orlando Magic team was favored to rise in the coming seasons. It's a pity that their interior line has been injured in those seasons, resulting in their interior offense and defense always being blown up.
20. Milwaukee Bucks in the 2015-16 season
The team's average age is 23.99 and they have a 33-49 record in the regular season. The young core players at the time were Chris Middleton (24 years old), Antetokounmpo (21 years old), Jabari Parker (20 years old), Greg Monroe (25 years old), Michael Carter Williams (24 years old).
This Milwaukee Bucks has been the envy of many people. Brother Alphabet was still a player in the technical stream at the time, and he also had the title of Durant on the line.
21. Philadelphia 76ers in the 2013-14 season
The team's average age is 24.06 and they have a 19-63 record in the regular season. The young core players at the time were Thaddeus Young (25 years old), Michael Carter Williams (22 years old), James Anderson (24 years old), Evan Turner (25 years old), Tony Roten (20 years old).
22. Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2002-03 season
The team's average age is 24.11 and they have a 17-62 record in the regular season. The young core players at that time were Ricky Davies (23 years old), Zaid Delunas Il Goskas (27 years old), Jumaine Jones (23 years old), Carlos Boozer (21 years old) and Darius Myers (21 years old).
At that time, LeBron James had not yet made it to the NBA. The Cleveland Cavaliers' Carlos Boozer showed great talent and became one of the team's key players.
23. Phoenix Suns in the 2017-18 season
The team's average age is 24.14 and they have a 21-61 record in the regular season. The young core players at the time were TJ Warren (24 years old), Dragan Bender (20 years old), Josh Jackson (20 years old), Devin Booker (21 years old) and Tyler Ullis (22 years old).
Right now, Devin Booker is still with the Phoenix Suns. He is currently partnered with Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal and is ready to challenge for the first championship of his career.
24. Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2010-11 season
The team's average age is 24.16 and they have a 55-27 record in the regular season. At that time, the young core players were Kevin Durant (22 years old), Wei Shao (22 years old), Ibaka (21 years old), James Harden (21 years old), Sabo Seforrosa (26 years old).
The young Thunder lost to the Dallas Mavericks led by Dirk Nowitzki in the Western Conference Finals in the playoffs. Still, the Dallas Mavericks that year were really good. Good stars such as Jason Terry, Jason Kidd, and Chandler are all teammates of Dirk Nowitzki.
25. Detroit Pistons in the 2021-22 season
The team's average age is 24.21 and they have a 23-59 record in the regular season. At that time, the young core players were Sadiq Bey (22 years old), Cunningham (20 years old), Isaiah Stewart (20 years old), Killian Hayes (20 years old), Cory Joseph (30 years old).
The Detroit Pistons had the No. 1 Cunningham and Sadiq Bey showed his potential, but he was soon sent away by the Pistons. The most familiar here should be Isaiah Stewart, who clashed with LeBron James and can be said to have become famous. He also took advantage of the heat and directly set up a clothing company.