In the case of sitting on a big lineup, the Clippers were eliminated in the first round, and after entering the offseason, the Clippers faced the contract renewal problem of a number of players, including George, Harden and Wei Shao and other core players, of which George insisted on asking for a maximum salary, which means that the Clippers may complete a major roster overhaul in the offseason, and the Clippers media "Clipperholics" also took precautions, listing 5 reinforcement targets related to the small card in advance, and suggested that the Clippers take them, of which Li Kaier ranked third, and the former champion partner of the small card won the championship.
5th place: Beverley
In the 20-21 season, Beverley played for the Clippers, and helped the Clippers reach the Western Conference finals for the first time in history with Xiaoka.
The veteran joined the Bucks this season, and whether it was in the regular season or the playoffs, Beverley provided reliable defense, playmaking and three-point shooting, as well as outstanding mental attributes.
On top of that, Beverley's price isn't high, and the Clippers have every chance of getting him through the veteran's base salary.
Fourth place: Mills
Three-point shooting is an area that the Clippers need to improve, and the Clippers shot third in the league in the '23-24 season, but the team's production is not high, and the 12.6 three-pointers per game are only 16th in the league, which is why the Clippers should try to bring in Mills.
As a veteran, Mills didn't perform too well with either the Hawks or the Heat last season, which gave the Clippers a chance to get the bottom of the salary.
Mills has worked with the Spurs for several seasons with the Kas, during which the two have won championships together, and Mills is expected to play a role as a backup point guard for the Clippers in terms of player attributes and championship experience.
3rd place: Li Kaier
Also a player produced by the Spurs, Lee Kaier has a super high ball quotient, coupled with a unique rhythm of the game, which makes him have a panacea performance on both offensive and defensive ends.
During his time with the Timberwolves this season, Lee Kyle has played an important rotation player on the bench and even played the No. 1 position in the lineup at one point, and his versatility and adaptability could play a bigger role in Tyronn Lue.
Especially considering the possible departure of George, the addition of Lee Kyle could go some way to making up for the vacancy in the forward rotation.
2nd place: Anunoby
Anunoby and Jr. worked briefly with the Raptors, and despite the limited time they worked together and Anunoby missed the playoffs that year due to injury, the only season the two worked together was a first-ever championship for the Raptors.
After joining the Knicks this season, Anunoby has played a reliable 3-and-D player, and even though there are obvious shortcomings in his playmaking skills, his athleticism and defense are superior.
If the Knicks want to get George, then the two teams can negotiate a trade with Anunoby around George, after all, the latter also wants a fat contract, and the Knicks may not be willing to offer.
1st place: Lowry
There is no doubt that the top spot belongs to Lowry, who has had a successful relationship with the Raptors in a championship-winning season and has a very good personal relationship.
If Harden and Westbrook leave this summer, then the Clippers should decisively acquire Lowry to improve the depth of the backcourt, and even if Harden eventually renews his contract, Lowry will be a good candidate for backup point guard.
Because Lowry is already in the late stages of his career, he won't ask for too much of a contract, but he can still provide good court control, defense and experience.