The Clippers have 14.9 million space this summer, and 6 high-quality puzzles are the target. Antetokounmpo s younger brother is the most suitable

Time is coming in mid-May, and the 2024-25 NBA playoffs are in progress. It is regrettable that some teams were eliminated in this playoffs. For example, the Los Angeles Clippers, this team made a strong move into the playoffs this season, fought seven games with the Nuggets, and was eliminated unfortunately, which still made fans feel very sorry. In fact, the Clippers are just one breath away. If Harden doesn't lose so much in key games, or if the Clippers can have the right Aaron Gordon in the fourth position, the Clippers can advance.

Of course, as for the latter point, it is difficult for the current Clippers to solve it. The Clippers' power forwards are really unavailable. In the next few games, Tyron Lu even had to let the 37-year-old Batum take the starting fourth position. Although Batum can still play, he obviously cannot compete in this position for a long time. After the Clippers were eliminated, they need to find a way to upgrade to the No. 4 position this offseason. However, the Clippers have limited chips and space, which is a problem.

A new fan may say that Clippers boss Ballmer is the richest boss in the NBA, so how could he lack money to sign up? In fact, no matter how rich Ballmer is, his team will be subject to the NBA hard salary cap restrictions and do not spend as much as he wants. If the Clippers want to make a big signing this summer, there is no possibility, unless they use Xiaoka and Harden to trade. As for the free market, they may not be able to sign big-name players, but they still have a very good chance to sign 1-2 excellent role players.

Today, according to Substack famous reporter Mark Stein, the Los Angeles Clippers are expected to have $14.9 million in operating space in the free agent market. "This market may not be very friendly to players. This can lead to many good players accepting contracts that are less than their actual value," Stein wrote. If the operating space of $14.9 million is placed in this year's market, which players can the Clippers bring? In fact, there are still many good players.

The Clippers' six signing targets include: Yabuselle and Grimes of the 76ers, Jerome of the Cavaliers, Portis of the Bucks, Aldama of the Grizzlies, and Moritz Wagner of the Magic. These players currently play an important role in their respective teams. Whether it is personal ability or team adaptability, they will be a very good supplement to the Clippers. The current salary of these players is around 10 million, and the Clippers have a great operating opportunity with a $14.9 million space.

Of course, these players have achieved value in the past two seasons. It is still a question whether they can accept middle-class contracts from the Clippers. However, with Harden and Xiaoka, as well as the big market in Los Angeles, opportunities exist. Among them, the most suitable person for the Clippers is Antetokounmpo's younger brother, Bucks forward Portis. This player has a tough style and excellent key ball skills. He also has good defense, rebounding and shooting skills. He is definitely the perfect answer to the Clippers' fourth position.

Let's see if the Clippers can surprise their fans during this offseason. There is not much time left for Harden to compete for the championship.